Chief Mate: Lead Vessel Operations & Safety

Metson Marine, Inc.; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metson Marine Services, Inc (MMSI) seeks a Chief Mate for ATMO 2023 Full Time at Key West, FL. The candidate will oversee vessel operations, crew and embarked technicians, ensuring navigation, safety, and readiness during sea trials and mobilizations.

Qualifications include a US Coast Guard Master of Steam and Motor Vessels (500 tons) license, four years total experience with at least two as Chief Mate, and STCW/GMDSS/VSO certifications. A Secret security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• US Coast Guard Master of Steam and Motor Vessels license (500 tons) required.
• Four years total shipboard experience with at least 2 years as Chief Mate.
• Must meet STCW, GMDSS, VSO requirements.
• Security clearance: Secret.

Responsibilities

• Operate vessel safely and oversee crew and embarked personnel.
• Conduct navigation and pilotage using ECDIS and radar.
• Oversee vessel maintenance program and hull/deck equipment.
• Oversee deck operations during sea trials and mobilizations.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and local regulations.
• Manage vessel crew and embarked passengers.

Skills

Vessel operations

Crew management

GMDSS

STCW

Ordnance handling

Security clearance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Metson Marine Services, Inc (MMSI) seeks a Chief Mate for ATMO 2023 Full Time at Key West, FL. The candidate will oversee vessel operations, crew and embarked technicians, ensuring navigation, safety, and readiness during sea trials and mobilizations.

Qualifications include a US Coast Guard Master of Steam and Motor Vessels (500 tons) license, four years total experience with at least two as Chief Mate, and STCW/GMDSS/VSO certifications. A Secret security clearance is required.