Senior Marine Operations & Fleet Manager

bristolbayfuelsjobs; Alaska; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol Bay Fuels is seeking a Marine Operations Superintendent to oversee daily vessel operations and maintenance, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across the fleet.

You will manage dry-dock scheduling and budgets, coordinate with crews, contractors, and regulators, provide technical expertise for specialized jobs, and travel to remote locations with extended stays, reporting against the Safety Management System to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, or related field.
• Experience managing vessels and crews in maritime operations.
• Certifications such as Master of Towing or Chief Mate license are beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of maritime laws, safety standards, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vessels are crewed, operated, and maintained per COI and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee scheduled maintenance, repairs, and parts procurement with contractors.
• Plan and budget dry dock scheduling and activities to meet deadlines and costs.
• Develop and enforce operating procedures for a safe, environmentally sound fleet.
• Monitor safety protocols and ensure crew wellbeing and efficiency.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and certifications.
• Manage budgets and expenditures related to vessel maintenance and operations.
• Supervise licensed and unlicensed personnel and support crew development.
• Monitor cargo load planning, ensuring stability and safe loading of barges.
• Prepare accurate reports on operational status, maintenance, and incidents for senior management.
• Assist crew with logistics in remote locations and Arctic deliveries.
• Meet with third-party vessels to supervise loading/unloading operations.
• Provide technical expertise for specialized field jobs and travel to multiple locations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Project management

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering/Nautical Science or related field

Job description

Bristol Bay Fuels is seeking a Marine Operations Superintendent to oversee daily vessel operations and maintenance, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across the fleet.

You will manage dry-dock scheduling and budgets, coordinate with crews, contractors, and regulators, provide technical expertise for specialized jobs, and travel to remote locations with extended stays, reporting against the Safety Management System to senior management.