SH4460 - Port Captain, Permanent - $90k

[Mark Charman]

SH4460 - Port Captain, Permanent
North America
$90k

The Company:
Our client is a premier player in the product and chemical tanker trade, with its headquarters in the North East of the USA. They operate a variety of vessels throughout major trade routes in the US and continue to grow and develop.

The Role:
This position is responsible for the effective and efficient administration of fleet deck department operations. Liaison with fleet Masters with regard to operational safety, flag state and port state regulatory requirements, pollution response, cargo operations, vetting inspections, manning and any operational matters affecting management of the vessel and compliance with company policy and procedures.
The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
•Attend vessels for cargo expediting, ship inspections, safety audits, and to discuss operational, safety and personnel issues with master.
•Oversee vetting program for assigned vessels through monitoring approvals, scheduling renewals, preparing vessels and attending as Company Representative.
•Conduct vessel incident investigations. Review root cause analysis and communicate lessons learned with fleet
•Review cargo orders/load plans and voyage orders to verify correct stowage, quantities, stress, and draft restrictions.
•Perform cost and equipment analysis on proposed navigation, electronic and deck equipment acquisitions.
•Provide technical information to customers and terminals regarding vessel characteristics and cargo loading capacities.

The Person:
Candidates should possess of a valid USCG Unlimited Master License. A Bachelor of Science Degree - Marine Transportation or equivalent, and at least 5 years tanker experience sailing as a Deck Officer. Experience on chemical tankers is preferred. Must have excellent writing, communication and computer skills.
Applicants must be experienced in the Tanker industry. This is really a role for a ‘can do’ personality, someone that is excited by the prospect of responsibility and a challenging role.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the USA.

The Reward:
The reward is a fantastic career opportunity with a fast moving company based in an attractive location on America’s east coast

Please contact Faststream Recruitment for more information on
+44 (0)2380 33 4444 or send your CV to shipping@faststream.co.uk

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