Seaport Operations Captain

Kirby Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Corporation is seeking a Port Captain to oversee day-to-day vessel operations and act as a shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. The role ensures compliance with company policies and customer requirements and coordinates repairs for navigational equipment.

Responsibilities include approving vessel purchases, participating in incident response, conducting performance reviews, and leading safety communications for the fleet.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience required.
• PIC Endorsement or 1600 Ton Master License required; Tank Barge Operations experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years industry experience in maritime operations and crew management.

Responsibilities

• Oversees day-to-day vessel operations.
• Oversees material condition of the fleet.
• Conducts routine and non-routine inspections of vessels.
• Acts as shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels.
• Implements Company policies and procedures.
• Ensures vessel personnel operate according to regulations, procedures, and Customer requirements.
• Oversees vessel crew assignments.
• Performs boat visits to monitor safety standards and appearance.
• Coordinates repair work for navigational equipment.
• Approves vessel purchases and requisitions.
• Participates in incident and emergency response including post-incident testing.
• Reviews vessel employee performance and conducts annual captains' reviews.
• Develops safety messages and lessons learned for fleet distribution.
• Tracks document expirations and vessel inspections; participates in audits and HSQE activities.
• Attends industry/customer meetings and addresses operational issues as needed.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

PIC Endorsement

1600 Ton Master License

Job description

Kirby Corporation is seeking a Port Captain to oversee day-to-day vessel operations and act as a shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels. The role ensures compliance with company policies and customer requirements and coordinates repairs for navigational equipment.

Responsibilities include approving vessel purchases, participating in incident response, conducting performance reviews, and leading safety communications for the fleet.