Barge Master & Vessel Safety Lead

Centerline Logistics Corporation; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerline Logistics Corporation in Bayonne, NJ seeks an experienced Master to oversee tug and barge operations, ensure safety of crew and cargo, and supervise drills and maintenance.

The successful candidate will hold Coast Guard Master near Coastal license with radar observer endorsement, 5+ years towing barges along the US East Coast, and valid certifications including TWIC, First Aid, CPR, and HAZWOPER. Excellent leadership required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, speak and understand English over radiotelephone and/or radio.
• Must be able to communicate in English and effectively direct workers in assigning jobs and seeing them through to completion.
• Valid TWIC and a valid state driver’s license.
• Must have a valid GMDSS operator endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safety of vessel
• Stands wheelhouse watches underway
• Directs crew in performance of drills
• Determines the need for and assigns lookouts as necessary
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Company policies and regulations
• Prepares, monitors, and updates vessel work lists and maintenance schedules
• Ensures all crewmen are performing their duties
• Prepares written reports per company and regulatory agency directives
• Checks and approves all requisitions and work orders
• Ensures supplies are used efficiently, inventory, and prepares material requisitions
• Conducts inspections and monitors tug/barge maintenance activities
• Assigns work projects to crew
• Inspects cleanliness of the vessel and barge
• Purchases food for crew
• Works aboard boats and barges using pike poles, heavy lines, winches, mechanical tools for repairs as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Vessel safety leadership

Crew supervision

Drills and training

English communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Coast Guard Master 200 GT near Coastal

Radar observer endorsement

Coast Guard towing endorsement

First aid certification

CPR certification

HAZWOPER certification or 24‑hour training

Job description

Centerline Logistics Corporation in Bayonne, NJ seeks an experienced Master to oversee tug and barge operations, ensure safety of crew and cargo, and supervise drills and maintenance.

The successful candidate will hold Coast Guard Master near Coastal license with radar observer endorsement, 5+ years towing barges along the US East Coast, and valid certifications including TWIC, First Aid, CPR, and HAZWOPER. Excellent leadership required.