Manager of Vessel Maintenance and Repair

Job Summary

The Manager of Vessel Maintenance and Repair is responsible for directing day-to-day engineering operations across G&H Towing's tugboat fleet. This role leads the Senior Port Engineers, Port Engineers, and shoreside mechanics to ensure vessels remain safe, compliant, and operational. The Manager oversees all maintenance, repair, and drydock activities, aligning execution with the Engineering Department's strategy, budgets, and regulatory standards. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this position serves as the operational leader within the department, ensuring that maintenance and repair efforts are executed efficiently and consistently across the fleet.

Key Interactions

Company employees, executive leadership, senior client leadership, mariners, industry associations, and 3rd party vendors

Responsibilities, Required Knowledge, Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Ability to familiarize yourself with company documents, including policies and procedures and the company Towing Management Systems (T.S.M.S)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters and areas of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple demands simultaneously while maintaining service standards
• Ability to operate and drive various types of vehicles as needed to perform job duties
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Conduct inspections to verify compliance with company standards and regulatory agencies, including AWO RCP
• Coordinate closely with Operations and Safety Departments to align maintenance with operational needs
• Coordinate procurement of parts, materials, and services; ensure cost-effective vendor management and supply chain reliability
• Coordinate the purchasing of parts, supplies, and repair services; manage inventory control
• Develop and monitor operating budgets for vessel maintenance, repairs, and drydock activities in partnership with the Director of Engineering
• Develop, execute, and track annual and long-term vessel maintenance budgets
• Direct the scheduling, planning, and execution of all preventatives, corrective, and emergency maintenance
• Ensure regulatory compliance (USCG, ABS, AWO RCP, and SMS) through inspections, documentation, and adherence to company maintenance standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills, including self-awareness and the ability to deal professionally with others and always make professional judgments
• Lead and supervise the Engineering Team, including Port Engineers and shore-side mechanics
• Maintain accurate maintenance records in company software and ensure readiness for audits and regulatory reviews
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance using company software and ensure readiness for audits
• Manage all technical data and records supporting regulatory compliance
• Manage and oversee all drydock projects, shipyard periods, and major repair programs, ensuring safety, quality, and budget control
• Must be a team player and support the mission, vision, and goals of the company and the department
• Must be service-oriented and customer-centric to all internal and external customers
• Oversee all preventative and routine maintenance schedules and ensure timely execution
• Participation in 24 / 7 on-call rotation for emergency repair situations
• Prepare Safety Management System (SMS) updates as necessary
• Prepare specifications and manage shipyard periods, drydock projects, and major repairs
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, test resolutions, and escalate common issues
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Provide daily leadership and supervision to Senior Port Engineers, Port Engineers, and Shoreside Mechanics.
• Provide input for vessel design, construction, and modifications
• Review and approve maintenance work orders and supply requisitions
• Review and approve work orders, requisitions, and invoices related to vessel maintenance and repair
• Serve as a key point of contact for Operations and Safety teams to align maintenance with vessel deployment and crew needs
• Serve as department head, enforcing uniform vessel maintenance standards and procedures
• Serve as primary point of contact for emergency maintenance issues; participate in 24 / 7 on-call rotation
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, and planning skills
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex mechanical or electrical issues

Education & Experience

Required Licensure & Certifications

Qualifications

Working Conditions

Special Projects

Behavioral Competencies

The candidate is comfortable with goal setting and working in a team setting

The candidate is autonomous, self-motivated to complete work-related tasks and solve problems, reliable, customer service oriented, and intrinsically driven to collaborate with and help the organization achieve the overall department visions and goals

The candidate must be able to understand and act upon verbal direction or explanation of support need

Essential Job-Related Physical & Mental Requirements

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Worksite Environmental Conditions

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit unlawful discrimination per federal, state, and local laws. We value and are committed to being an inclusive environment for all candidates and employees representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is based on qualifications. Qualified individuals must be able to perform all the functions listed in the job description with or without reasonable accommodation as based on ADA requirements.

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