Master - Seaward Explorer

Hornblower Group; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Gcaptain in California seeks a Master of Seaward Explorer to oversee safe operation of the vessel and crew wellbeing. The Master must know maritime law, regulations, and make sound decisions for charter operations on a for-hire work vessel.

Requirements include MMC, 1600-ton Masters License, OICNW, U.S. passport, USCG medical, TWIC, and ability to pass physical and written exams. The position is full-time, on-site in the United States.

Qualifications

• MMC and valid US passport are required.
• 1600-ton masters license and OICNW certification required.
• USCG medical certificate and TWIC card required.
• Ability to pass a physical and a written exam.

Responsibilities

• Operate vessels under USCG, FCC, IMO rules and company procedures.
• Ensure trained crew are aboard per USCG Watch Bill.
• Perform pre-boarding and disembarkation duties.
• Execute vessel underway duties per policy.
• Maintain charts and route publications for serviced legs.
• Supervise mooring and safeguard capital assets.
• Interview/train/evaluate relief captains and mates.
• Maintain vessel logs, reports and forms as required.
• Serve as onboard Risk Manager and take corrective actions.
• Provide safety training for marine and non-marine crew.
• Keep vessel and equipment in good condition.
• Contribute to Operations Manual updates with management.
• Conduct drills and safety audits as required.
• Schedule mariners to maintain proper manning levels.
• Ensure compliance of officers and crew with policies.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Crew management

Safety leadership

Risk management

Education

MMC

1600 Ton Masters License

OICNW

US Passport

USCG Medical Certificate

TWIC Card

Physical exam

Written exam

Job description

Full Time | Pay rate: $750/day

1600T license or greater. OICNW required.

Position summary

The Master of Seaward Explorer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel, as well as the safety and well-being of the crew and passengers. The Master must have a deep understanding of maritime law, regulations, and procedures, as well as the ability to make sound decisions in a variety of situations. Seaward Explorer operates as a for-hire multi-purpose work vessel, the Master is responsible for providing charter clients a safe and effective platform to conduct operations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Operate and manage vessels within the legal requirements of USCG, FCC, IMO-HSC, Class Society, and other pertinent regulatory agencies.
• Assure that the appropriately trained crew are aboard and assigned to the Watch Quarter Station Bill as per USCG regulations and company operating procedures.
• Perform all required pre-boarding and disembarkation duties as outlined by company policy.
• Perform all vessel underway duties as outlined by company policy.
• Ensure the vessel has all required charts and publications for the serviced route.
• Supervise and confirm proper and safe mooring of the vessel to provide the appropriate level of safeguarding the significant capital investment.
• Participate in the process of interviewing, training, and evaluating Relief Captains, Mates, Abs, and other deck department personnel.
• Compile, review, and maintain all vessel logs, reports, and forms as required by law and company policy.
• Serve as onboard Risk Manager and take corrective actions per company policy and as critical situations require.
• Provide for the safety and appropriate training of marine and non-marine crew.
• Maintain a strong interest in the vessel, its crew, and equipment and manage it accordingly.
• Participate in the maintenance and update of the Operations Manual in consultation with Operations Manager or Senior Project Manager.
• Conduct drills with Marine and Non-marine crew as mandated by company policy and regulations.
• Conduct Safety audits both as mandated by company policy and as circumstances require. Supervise the coordination of corrective action indicated as a result of safety audits.
• Monitor, review, and where necessary schedule Mariners to ensure that proper manning levels are maintained and that pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed.
• Ensure that the performance and behavior of Officers and crew meet legal and professional requirements.
• Provide discipline for infractions of policy by crewmembers under the supervision of the Master.

Requirements & qualifications

• Valid Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC)
• Minimum 1600 Ton Masters License
• OICNW required
• Valid U.S. Passport
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate
• Valid TWIC Card
• Ability to pass a physical exam
• Ability to pass a written exam