US Coast Guard Licensed Captain/Mate

Morrison Energy Group; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison Energy Group in Houma, LA is seeking a Vessel Captain/Mate responsible for the safe navigation of the vessel under US Coast Guard regulations and environmental protection requirements. You will oversee crew safety and vessel maintenance while ensuring compliance with all licenses and certifications.

The role requires sea time, a valid Merchant Mariners Document, STCW training, and the ability to communicate effectively with regulatory agencies and internal departments to ensure

Qualifications

• Must hold valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document and STCW training.
• Extensive knowledge of US Coast Guard regulations.
• Medical clearance that meets US Coast Guard requirements.
• Strong ability to supervise vessel crew and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Navigate the vessel and ensure safety of passengers and crew.
• Supervise vessel crew in safety procedures.
• Monitor engine room and machinery for maintenance procedures.
• Supervise US Coast Guard drills and inspections as required.
• Assist with US Coast Guard inspections when required.
• Ensure all US Coast Guard and FCC inspections are conducted as required.
• Maintain accurate daily vessel logs and reports as required by law.
• Follow safety, health, and environmental rules and safe working practices.
• Communicate with inter-department teams to establish operational efficiencies.

Skills

Leadership

Safety procedures

Effective communication

Regulatory knowledge

Crew supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maritime institute training (preferred)

Job description

Primary Function

The Vessel Captain/Mate position is responsible for the safe navigation of the vessel in accordance with United States Coast Guard regulations and requirements of law. This position is also responsible for the safety of the crew and the in-service, protection of the environment and in-service care and maintenance of the vessel.

Responsibilities

• Navigates the vessel and is responsible for the safety of the passengers and crew.
• Supervises vessel crew members in safety procedures.
• Monitor and inspect engine room and all associated machinery to ensure proper servicing and maintenance procedures are being conducted by the engineering crew.
• As required, supervises emergency drills as prescribed by the US Coast Guard at intervals set by management.
• Assist with US Coast Guard inspections when required.
• Ensures that all US Coast Guard and FCC inspections are conducted as required.
• Ensures that all US Coast Guard and FCC certifications are valid for the vessel's operation.
• Maintains accurate daily vessel logs and prepares such reports and documents as required by law and US Coast Guard District policy.
• Understand, follow, and enforce the safety, health, and environmental rules and safe working practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with crew members, customers, regulatory agencies and all others contracted during the course of work.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned by the Director of Offshore Marine Assets.
• Regular and reliable attendance and work performance required.
• Communicate effectively with company inter-departments (i.e., supply chain, personnel coordinators, HR, training, and maintenance) as required to establish operational efficiencies.

Prerequisites

• Must hold a valid US Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document and applicable STCW Training that meets vessel manning requirements.
• Extensive knowledge of US Coast Guard regulations.
• Basic understanding of occupational health and safety rules and working practices.
• Ability to effectively supervise vessel crew.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written forms.
• Must have medical clearance that meets US Coast Guard requirements for the position.

Education

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Preferred education and/or training at an accredited maritime institute

Experience

• Actual sea time as required for the issuance of US Coast Merchant Mariners Document and/or certifications.
• A minimum of (5) years working as a US Coast Guard licensed Captain/Mate.