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Shoreside Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Port Engineer

Ketchikan, AK · On-site

$70K - $125K/yr

Summary for Port Engineer The Port Engineer is responsible for the oversight of the shoreside engineering team and the Allen Marine Tours fleet of vessels. The Port Engineer manages all maintenance ...

Port Engineer

Juneau, AK · On-site

$70K - $125K/yr

Summary for Port Engineer The Port Engineer is responsible for the oversight of the shoreside engineering team and the Allen Marine Tours fleet of vessels. The Port Engineer manages all maintenance ...

... both shoreside, and shipboard. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: Holland America Line and Princess are equal ...

... both shoreside, and shipboard. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: Holland America Line and Princess are equal ...

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What does a shoreside do?

In a Shoreside role, your daily duties may include coordinating cargo movements, communicating with vessel crews and logistics providers, and managing necessary documentation for shipping and receiving goods. You may also be responsible for monitoring port schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, and addressing unforeseen operational challenges as they arise. Collaboration with port authorities, customs, and internal teams is common, making adaptability and clear communication essential. This role often requires juggling multiple priorities to keep workflows smooth and efficient in a dynamic environment.

What is a shoreside job on a ship?

A shoreside job on a ship involves working on land in roles that support maritime operations, such as logistics, administration, maintenance, or management. These positions often require knowledge of shipping procedures, safety protocols, and sometimes certifications like STCW or maritime safety training.

What is a shoreside?

A Shoreside job refers to any land-based position supporting maritime operations, typically in industries such as cruise lines, shipping, logistics, and port management. These roles can range from administrative, technical, and customer service positions to high-level management overseeing fleet operations, safety, and compliance. Shoreside employees play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning of maritime businesses without being stationed onboard vessels.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a shoreside position?

To excel in a Shoreside position, you generally need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of maritime operations or port logistics, often supported by experience or training in shipping or supply chain management. Familiarity with port management software, cargo tracking systems, and relevant safety certifications such as OSHA or IMDG is often required. Strong communication, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities are vital soft skills for success in this environment. These skills ensure the smooth coordination of port activities, compliance with regulations, and efficient support of vessel operations.

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Compliance and Infrastructure Program Manager

Holland America Group

Fairbanks, AK

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Holland America Line rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 9 rated cruise lines


Job description

Fairbanks, AK or Denali National Park, AK

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation. 
We're looking for a Program Manager, Compliance & Infrastructure professional to fill this role, which is based in either Fairbanks, AK or Denali National Park, AK. You'll be responsible for overseeing permitting related to water, wastewater and other critical areas of compliance at our lodges and employee housing facilities.  This role involves managing and auditing processes and policies through the assistance of outside contractors, consultants and compliance specialists. The Program Manager, Compliance & Infrastructure will work closely with operations, safety/compliance and other team members to ensure business needs and regulatory compliance are considered and met. This position will also manage a portfolio of construction projects that involve highly regulated systems such as fire sprinkler systems, water and wastewater treatment plant renovations, and kitchen hoods. 
Here's a summary of what Holland America Line and Princess is looking for in its Program Manager, Compliance & Infrastructure. Is this you? 

Responsibilities 

  • Coordinate and communicate with team members, operations site management, engineers, consultants, contractors and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.            
  • Submit data, Monitor, review, and obtain permits and licenses necessary to maintain regulatory compliance and support project execution.                              
  • Develop project scope documents, soliciting necessary engineering and design, reviewing design and engineering, writing and submitting RFP's, soliciting and reviewing bids. 
  • Review on-site project status and scope/quality confirmation, reviewing and approving change orders, reviewing and approving field changes, coordinating and leading punch walks. 
  • Review project bids and cost estimates, identifying value engineering opportunities, reviewing invoices, estimating future capital project costs, budgeting permits and fees.            
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements 

  • 5 years' experience managing or supervising construction projects involving multiple trades in Alaska.  Experience reading and understanding engineering reports, design documents, construction drawings, state and federal rules, codes and regulations.
  • Proficient in use of Microsoft computer business applications.  CAD experience preferred.  
  • Understanding of current UBC/IBC, OSHA and state of Alaska fire marshal requirements and regulations.
  • Qualified to drive company light-duty vehicles. 
  • Technical grasp of public civil and utility systems.                                                
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.  Holland America Line/Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-1B status). 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

  • Scope: Lodges, employee housing, commercial kitchens and restaurants, Site civil, communications, water and wastewater, and electrical and other utility systems at Alaska and Yukon properties.                                                                                                         
  • Involves complex analysis of data & information, research, and anticipation of challenges that may have an impact on the business and regulatory compliance.                                              
  • This role will impact safety and compliance, guest service and employee satisfaction throughout Alaska and the Yukon. 
  • Requires high level of skill to collaborate between divisions, lodges and departments to arrive at facility and equipment projects and solutions that are compliant, beneficial to safety, guest service and operations.  Requires leading diverse project teams that include team members, outside contractors, vendors and consultants.                                                                                              

What You Can Expect 

  • Cruise and Travel Privileges for You and Your family 
  • HealthBenefits 
  • 401(k)Plan 
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
  • Training& Professional Development 
  • Tuition & Professional Certification Reimbursement 
  • Rewards & Incentives 

Our Culture... Stronger Together 

Our highest responsibility and top priority is compliance, environmental protection and the health, safety and well-being of our guests, the people in the communities we touch and serve, and our shipboard and shoreside employees. Please visit our site to learn more about our Culture Essentials, Corporate Vision Statement and our Core Values at: https://www.princess.com/aboutus/culture-framework/.  
Holland America Line and Princess are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)  

Holland America Line and Princess will provide reasonable accommodations with the application process, upon your request, as required to comply with applicable laws.  If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact: haphr@hagroup.com 

 
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