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KMTC

Vessel Operations Coordinator

Tempe, AZ · On-site

Vessel Operations Coordinator About Us KMTC USA Corporation is the U ... S. subsidiary of Korea Marine Transport Co., Ltd. (KMTC), a global container carrier headquartered ...

APM Terminals

Operations Manager

Elizabeth, NJ · On-site

As the Manager of Vessel Operations at APM Terminals Elizabeth, you'll manage all vessel operations ... direct all stevedoring labor in the safe loading and discharging of vessels. Leveraging the ...

Vatn Systems

Maritime Vessel Operations

Tiverton, RI

Keep accurate logs of vessel usage, fuel, and operational activities * Assist with general facility upkeep and maritime support tasks as needed Required Qualifications * Experience operating small ...

Illinois Marine Towing

Vessel Pilot

Inland, NE · On-site

Other 1. Perform other duties as required and directed by management. 2. Carry out the Business ... of Illinois Marine Towing and Canal Barge Company. III. TRAITS & ATTRIBUTES A. Operational ...

L&M Botruc Rental LLC

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Offshore Supply Vessel Captain

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$625 - $725/day

... operation of the vessel, crew, passengers, and cargo. Ensure compliance with all U.S. Coast Guard, company, customer, and regulatory requirements. Oversee and direct vessel crew during daily ...

Vessel Technologies

Head of Operations

New York, NY

$250K/yr

Vessel exists to change that. We are a New York City based technology company reinventing how ... What You'll Do As Vessel's Head of Operations, you will own the end to end physical delivery of ...

Kirby-Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Overview The essential duties of the Port Captain position include overseeing day-to-day vessel operations, conducting inspections, and acting as a shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels.

Mainstay Maritime

Port Captain

Muskegon, MI · On-site

Monitor vessel operations, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and regulatory compliance. * Support the Human Resources and Recruiting teams in the recruitment and selection of vessel ...

Kirby Corporation

Port Captain - KOM

Houston, TX · On-site

Overview The essential duties of the Port Captain position include overseeing day-to-day vessel operations, conducting inspections, and acting as a shore-side representative for a fleet of vessels.

Vessel Technologies

Head of Operations

New York, NY · On-site

$250K/yr

Vessel exists to change that. We are a New York City based technology company reinventing how ... What You'll Do As Vessel's Head of Operations, you will own the end to end physical delivery of ...

Curtin Maritime

Dredge Port Engineer

Long Beach, CA · On-site

Purchasing related to normal vessel operations * Enforcement of Helm Connect related to engineering tasks * Assist as directed with all Engineering and Marine Transportation department needs Assist ...

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Director of Vessel Operations

Jacksonville, FL • On-site

Trailer Bridge
Trucking • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Trailer Bridgeexternal

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Summary
The Director, Vessel Operations is responsible for leading the daily operations, maintenance, repair and regulatory compliance of Trailer Bridge's barge fleet. This position oversees vessel inspections, dry dock projects, maintenance planning, and vendor management to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations. The Director collaborates with internal stakeholders and external partners to maintain schedule integrity, control costs and support the successful executive of Trailer Bridge's transportation services
Responsibilities:
  • Direct daily vessel operations, maintenance planning, and repair activities for the Trailer Bridge barge fleet.
  • Oversee vessel inspection programs and maintenance planning to ensure regulatory compliance, operational reliability and schedule integrity.
  • Develop and execute vessel operations strategies that support business objectives, operational efficiency and fleet reliability.
  • Establish departmental goals, performance metrics, budgets and resource plans to support safe and efficient vessel operations.
  • Build and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies, classification societies, vendors, shipyards and other key business partners.
  • Prioritize and coordinate repairs, maintenance, and dry dock activities to minimize service disruptions.
  • Manage and develop Vessel Ops Team, ensuring timely completion of maintenance and repair objectives.
  • Develop repair scopes, oversee dry dock projects, and monitor vendor performance, budgets and timelines.
  • Maintain vessel certifications, surveys, inspection records and regulatory documentation to ensure compliance with all applicable maritime regulations.
  • Provide leadership and oversight for vessel surveys, audits, training exercises and safety programs.
  • Oversee inventory management, equipment readiness, and procurement activities supporting vessel maintenance and repair operations.
  • Analyze operational performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability and service quality.
  • Prepare and communication operational updates, repair status, risks and recommendations to executive leadership.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, safety and company policies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • 7+ years of maritime operations, vessel maintenance, marine engineering, or related marine transportation experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Maritime Transportation, Marine Engineering, Business, or related field preferred, equivalent experience considered.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams, vendors, and operational budgets within a maritime environment.
  • Strong knowledge of vessel maintenance, dry dock planning, regulatory compliance, and marine safety requirements
  • Strong problem solving, analytical and decision making skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to lead cross functional teams and manage multiple priorities in fast paced environment
  • Ability to work efficiently with employees, vendors, regulators and executive leadership
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Must possess a valid TWIC card.
  • Must possess a valid passport or be able to obtain one, as occasional international travel may be required.

A Few Benefits we currently offer:
  • Medical, Dental & Vison Coverage
  • Mental Health Coverage
  • 401k, Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account
  • Generous PTO Plan & Paid Holidays
  • Class Pass Credits
  • Opportunity for internal career advancement
  • Mentorship & Leadership Development Programs

EEO/AA Institution. Protected veterans and individuals with disability encouraged to apply.

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