Assistant Dry Dock Master

DSJ Global; Tampa (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global is seeking an Assistant Dry Dock Master for a leading ship repair yard in Tampa, FL. You will assist planning, docking, undocking, and dock readiness to ensure efficient vessel movements.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in shipyards or marine operations, familiarity with docking plans, ballast systems, and safety protocols. On-site work may involve weekends and extended hours to support schedule demands.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; maritime/engineering, or shipyard training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute vessel docking and undocking operations.
• Assist with dock preparation and inspections, including vessel positioning and blocking.
• Monitor trim, draft, stability, and alignment during docking activities.
• Coordinate daily activities with project managers, marine operations personnel, tug operators, pilots, and contractors.
• Maintain docking records, calculations, drawings, and operational documentation.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Reading/drawing interpretation

MS Office

Maritime safety awareness

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma

Maritime/engineering training

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Assistant Dry Dock Master required for leading ship repair yard:

• Assistant Dry Dock Master
• Tampa, FL
• $40/hour

The Assistant Dock Master will have the following responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning, coordination, and execution of vessel docking and undocking operations
• Support dry dock preparation activities, including vessel positioning, blocking arrangements, and dock readiness inspections
• Assist with ballast, deballast, pumping, flooding, and water level operations during docking and undocking evolutions
• Monitor vessel trim, draft, stability, and alignment throughout docking operations
• Participate in pre-docking, pre-undocking, and project planning meetings with vessel crews and shipyard personnel
• Coordinate daily activities with project managers, production teams, marine operations personnel, tug operators, pilots, and contractors
• Assist in conducting dock inspections and verifying proper placement of keel blocks, side blocks, shores, and supporting arrangements
• Support safe vessel movements and help ensure docking activities are completed efficiently and according to scheduleParticipate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and incident investigations as needed
• Maintain docking records, calculations, drawings, and operational documentation

The ideal Assistant Dock Master candidate will have the following skillset:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical, maritime, engineering, or shipyard-related training is a plus
• 2+ years of experience in a shipyard, dry dock, marine operations, waterfront operations, or vessel repair environment
• Experience supporting vessel docking, undocking, mooring, ballast control, vessel movements, waterfront operations, or dry dock activities
• Familiarity with vessel stability concepts, trim, draft, ballast systems, or docking arrangements
• Ability to read and interpret docking plans, vessel drawings, work packages, or technical documentation
• Experience working with project managers, production teams, vessel crews, contractors, or marine service providers
• Understanding of shipyard safety procedures and maritime work practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD or similar drawing software is a plus
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and variable schedules based on vessel and dock operations