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Port Captain

Port Captain

GRAND RIVER NAVIGATION CTraverse City, MI, US
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Job Description

Job Description

The Port Captain is an integral member of the shoreside Operations team. The Port Captain manages operations of a fleet of 10 self-unloading free flowing bulk cargo vessels carrying raw materials to ports on the Great Lakes. This role is responsible for ensuring vessels are operated efficiently, in compliance with regulatory standards, the Safety Management System, and all customer requirements, providing on board training, and providing support and supervision as needed.

Role and Responsibilities

Role Specific Responsibilities

  • Monitoring vessel operations, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and compliance with regulations.
  • Supports the Human Resources and Recruiting teams in the recruitment of crew members by participating in the interviewing and hiring process with personnel as needed
  • Provides professional support to vessel Masters and crew members
  • Arranges for vessel services and repair as required, works closely with Rand Engineering support.
  • Conducts on board training of Mates and Masters as required
  • Provides support to the Logistics Dispatchers
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations and quality system requirements.
  • Support incident response and investigations
  • Assists in preparing and managing the budget for the fleet, including OPEX and CAPEX, while identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experience

  • Minimum of five years sailing experience in deck officer position.
  • Knowledge of all applicable regulations related to shipping, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Strong knowledge of trends in international treaties and conventions related to vessel operation is preferred.
  • Credential Requirements

  • Possess, at a minimum, a current USCG license as Master of Motor and Steam Vessels of not more than 1600 gross tons (Great Lakes Pilotage preferred), OR equivalent experience in a related position
  • Possess current MMC, including AB endorsement
  • Must possess within 90 days of hire a US Department of Homeland Security Transportation Worker Identification Credential (“TWIC”).
  • US Passport
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing needs and priorities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to flex own style as needed to influence and drive results with a variety of colleagues including vessel personnel, customers, vendors, and regulatory personnel
  • Ability to mentor and coach vessel crew
  • Proficiency with managing and prioritizing multiple assignments and tasks
  • Willing to spend extended periods on location for repair and refurbishment projects if required.
  • Self-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environment
  • Critical thinking skills and analytical abilities which allow assessments of situations and opportunities
  • Ability to travel, work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends as needed
  • Excellent proficiency within Microsoft products (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Other (i.e., physical requirements, travel, etc.)

  • This position requires a level of fitness and stamina that allows for vigorous shipboard activity, irregular working hours and extensive travel, up to 75% of the time.
  • This position requires frequent travel visiting vessels, customer docks and facilities, contractor, supplier, and business partner facilities along with offices of regulators in the United States and Canada. Occasional travel may be required to Rand Logistics offices in Williamsville, New York and other Company facilities throughout the Great Lakes Region.
  • Visits to Company vessels will involve climbing steep ladders to board vessels and steep narrow stairs and steps while aboard the vessels without assistance. Visits may require making voyages of one to five days aboard the vessels.
  • Must be available to address urgent matters related to fleet operations on a 24-hour basis 7 days / week.
  • Must be eligible to enter Canada.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment test for dangerous drugs.
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