Dry Dock Master

DSJ Global; Tampa (FL); In loco; USD 47.000 - 63.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

DSJ Global is seeking an Assistant Dry Dock Master for a leading ship repair yard in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on planning, coordinating, and executing vessel docking and undocking operations, supporting dry dock preparation, ballast control, and dock readiness inspections.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2+ years in shipyard or marine operations, ability to read docking plans, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of shipyard, dry dock, marine operations, waterfront operations, or vessel repair experience.
• Experience supporting vessel docking/undocking, mooring, ballast control, 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 collaborating with project managers, crews, contractors, or marine service providers.
• Understanding of shipyard safety procedures and maritime work practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD familiarity is a plus.

Mansioni

• Assist with planning, coordination, and execution of docking/undocking operations.
• Support dry dock preparation, including vessel positioning, blocking, and inspections.
• Assist with ballast, deballast, pumping, flooding, and water level operations.
• Monitor vessel trim, draft, stability, and alignment during docking.
• Participate in pre-docking/undocking and project planning meetings.
• Coordinate daily activities with managers, teams, tug operators, pilots, and contractors.
• Assist in dock inspections and verify keel/side blocks and supports.
• Support safe vessel movements and ensure activities meet schedule.
• Attend safety meetings, toolbox talks, hazard assessments, and investigations as needed.
• Maintain docking records, calculations, drawings, and documentation.

Conoscenze

Maritime operations experience

Docking/undocking coordination

Ballast control knowledge

Reading docking plans

Microsoft Office proficiency

2+ years shipyard experience

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

AutoCAD familiarity

Descrizione del lavoro

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 schedule
• Participate 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