Marine Operations Manager

32 Points Manning, LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

32 Points Manning, LLC is seeking an experienced inland towing vessel Captain with shoreside leadership to oversee inland vessel operations and guide vessel personnel.

The role centers on safety, regulatory compliance, inspections, and procedures development while coordinating scheduling and client relations, with travel to vessel locations as needed.

This is a senior opportunity for someone with 5+ years as Master and U.S. Coast Guard credentials to shape operations and performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Master aboard inland towing vessels.
• Minimum 2 years shoreside marine management experience.
• Valid USCG Master of Towing endorsement for Inland and Western Rivers or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of tug, barge, petroleum transport and inland waterways.
• Experience with tank barges, terminals, and refinery operations.
• Dangerous Liquids PIC endorsement strongly preferred.
• 500-ton Master of Towing credential preferred.
• Willingness to travel to vessel locations and respond to matters outside hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Captains, Mates, and deck crews across inland marine operations.
• Conduct vessel inspections, navigation audits, and operational assessments.
• Ensure vessels meet safety, regulatory compliance, and readiness.
• Coordinate industry inspections, including SIRE inspections.
• Lead incident investigations and safety initiatives.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of marine personnel.
• Develop operating procedures, cost-control programs, and efficiency improvements.
• Support vessel scheduling, customer relations, and new business initiatives.
• Prepare operational reports and updates to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Operational management

Travel readiness

Education

USCG Master of Tow ing - Inland & Western Rivers

500-ton Master of Towing

Dangerous Liquids PIC endorsement preferred

Job description

We are representing an established marine transportation organization seeking an experienced maritime professional to oversee inland vessel operations and provide leadership to vessel personnel.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced inland towing vessel Captain with shoreside management experience who is ready to take on a broader operational leadership role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Captains, Mates, and deck crews across inland marine operations.
• Conduct vessel inspections, navigation audits, and operational assessments.
• Ensure vessels maintain high standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate industry inspections, including SIRE inspections.
• Lead incident investigations and support safety initiatives.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of marine personnel.
• Develop operational procedures, cost-control programs, and efficiency improvements.
• Support vessel scheduling, customer relations, and new business initiatives.
• Prepare operational reports and provide updates to senior management.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as Master aboard inland towing vessels.
• Minimum 2 years of shoreside marine management experience.
• Valid USCG Master of Towing endorsement for Inland and Western Rivers, or equivalent qualifying credentials.
• Strong knowledge of tug, barge, petroleum transportation, and inland waterway operations.
• Experience with tank barges, terminals, and refinery operations.
• Dangerous Liquids PIC endorsement strongly preferred.
• 500-ton Master of Towing credential preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and operational management skills.
• Willingness to travel to vessel locations and respond to operational matters outside normal business hours.