Offshore Research Vessel Captain

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc; Galveston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 47.000 - 59.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. seeks an experienced Captain for vessel support services to Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary offshore from Galveston, TX. The role covers field seasons from April through mid-October, with 40 hours/week outside field season for full-time status.

Vessel operations include maintaining safety, navigation, and compliance with USCG/NOAA policies. The captain will oversee mobilization, dive gear readiness, and maintenance, coordinating with engineers and

Qualifikationen

• Current 100-Gross Ton USCG Master License required.
• Experience with NOAA or similar research vessels preferred.
• Ability to supervise complex at-sea operations and emergency readiness.

Aufgaben

• Comply with USCG and NOAA policies for research, training, conservation, education and outreach operations.
• Ensure safe navigation and mechanical operation of the vessel; perform risk assessments prior to underway.
• Supervise mobilization/demobilization of the vessel and prepare dive gear, gas banks, and relevant equipment.
• Coordinate engineering work and maintenance with engineers, naval architects, electricians, and marine surveyors as needed.
• Supervise deck operations and dive deployments, including handling of SCUBA gear and equipment.
• Develop crew schedules and training plans; represent CPC in interagency meetings as required.

Kenntnisse

USCG Master License

NOAA vessel experience

Vessel operations oversight

Diving operations

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NITROX SCUBA handling

Jobbeschreibung

Cardinal Point Captains, Inc. seeks an experienced Captain for vessel support services to Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary offshore from Galveston, TX. The role covers field seasons from April through mid-October, with 40 hours/week outside field season for full-time status.

Vessel operations include maintaining safety, navigation, and compliance with USCG/NOAA policies. The captain will oversee mobilization, dive gear readiness, and maintenance, coordinating with engineers and