Port Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

The Port Engineer supports the engineering departmental goals, the engineering department staff, the company’s executive management, and the management team. The position is responsible for upholding best engineering practices as well as promoting safe work practices with all employees, vendors, and visitors.

KEY INTERACTION (INTERNAL & EXTERNAL)

Companywide employees, managers, executives, mariners, industry associates, and 3rd party consultants.

JOBS RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts annual maintenance/repair and capital budget preparation forvessels
• Conducts crew training to maintain regulatorycompliance
• Determines method, length, and costs of necessary vesselrepairs
• Directs the review and approval of area routine machinery purchases and requisitions for resupply of tug spares, inventory, and equipment, repair and maintenance related expense reports, and related accounts payable
• Leads orassistsin developingandupdating vessel maintenanceprograms
• Leads orassistsin evaluatingandsurveying damageforinsuranceclaims
• Leads orassistsin theevaluationandcorrective actionofemergencyandor casualtyrepairs for allvesselsasneeded
• Leads or assists with drydocking projects, such as preparing work scope for upcoming drydock periods, maintaining drydock procedures to ensure this is updated as required, maintaining all project documentation to date, weekly reviews on all the processes of theproject
• Leads orassistswith the maintenanceofvessels
• Leads or assists with vesselrepairs
• Leads or assists with vessel repairs and dry dockings asneeded
• May serve as M&R Port Engineer or dry dock port engineer as needed
• Monitors engineering work: in progress, planned, or unplannedmaintenance
• Performs other duties asassigned
• Prepares for inspection of vessels by regulatory groups and is responsible for remedying and repairing all deficiencies
• Promotes and oversees safe work practices with all employees and vendors working on company vessels
• Provides input to the daily tug maintenance and repair schedule
• Standson-call duty rotation forthedepartment
• Supervises emergency repairs tovessels
• Trains tug engineers regarding vessel systems, repairs, regulatory compliance, and company policies and procedures

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor’s degree in marine engineering or a related field
• Abilitytomanagemarinepersonnelastheyperformworkinvariousenvironmentalconditions
• Able to develop, track, and manage vessel budgets on a routine basis
• Able to interpret, administer, and ensure compliance with company policies and governmental regulations related to vessel manning, construction, maintenance, repair, safety, training, work rules, emergency response, and towing operations
• Ableto workindependently as a self-starter to further the engineering departmentalgoals
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• A broad breadthofengineeringknowledgeofvesselsandrelatedequipment
• Excellentinterpersonalskills
• Experiencein themaritimeindustry
• Familiaritywithshipyards,tugs, andbarges is essential
• Knowledgeofmarinelaborcontracts,workrules,andgeneralmaritimelaw
• Minimumof 2 years of supervisory experiencein maritimeoperations
• Minimumof5 years’ experiencein themaritimeindustry
• Problem-solver who can collaborate with vendors, peers, company executives, customers, and the public
• Requires strong computer hardware and software skills to include Microsoft Office applications, AutoCAD, NS5, using a computer with a keyboard and mouse, navigation with a web browser, checking and sending email, and use of internet search engines
• Skilledatestimating andjobcostmanagement
• Strongmathematicalskills
• Thorough understandingofvessel operationsand equipmentcapabilities/limitations
• Understanding of basic finance and cost accounting

REQUIRED LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS

• Merchant Mariner Credential, minimum endorsement of DDE Unlimited preferred
• An active and valid Texas driver's license
• A Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to always communicate effectively and professionally
• Ability totake communications 24 hours a day, including weekends, concerning vessel maintenance, repair, and operations
• Abilitytomaintainconfidentialityinallmattersandareasoftheorganization
• Abilitytomanagemultipledemandssimultaneouslywhilemaintainingservicestandards
• Abilitytounderstandandexecutecomplexoralandwritteninstructions
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance
• Capable of making decisions and giving directions to facilitate prompt servicedelivery
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonalskills to includeself-awarenessandtheabilitytodeal professionally with others, and always make professional judgments
• Must be service-oriented and customer-centric to all internal and external customers
• Mustbeateamplayerandsupportthemission, vision, and goals of G&H Towing and the department
• Provenabilitytotroubleshoot,testresolutions,andescalatecommonissues
• Provenanalyticalandproblem-solvingskills

• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, time management, problem-solving, and planning skills+

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Workdays and hours will be assigned based on business needs, which may include evening, weekend, holiday, or on-call shifts. By request from the department manager or department director. Work hours may include irregular hours to assist in completing special tasks or assignments
• Out-of-regional travel may be required to attend training, seminars, or work-related events
• Work will be performed both in an office and in various regions of the GulfCoast

• Visits to vessels and work at shipyards are frequent

SPECIAL PROJECTS

• Assist the management and or executive team when requested to complete special projects and complete allassignments within a negotiated time frame established by the department manager
• Completion of other duties as assigned by the department manager, as it relates to the program and position

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Candidateiscomfortablewithgoalsetting and working in a team setting
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work

• Candidateisautonomous, self-motivated to complete work-related tasks and solve problems, reliable, customerserviceoriented,andintrinsically driven to collaborate with and help the organization achieve the overall department visions and goals
• Candidate is a reliable, self-motivated problem solver who is service-oriented and intrinsically driven to collaborate with and help the organization achieve the overall human resources goals
• Candidateshouldbecomfortableworkingautonomouslyand as a team, while always maintaining professionalism
• Candidate understands the urgency of ensuring business continuity and will set and manage reasonable expectations for stakeholders regarding the resolution of issues.

• Candidate must be able to understand and act upon verbal direction or explanation of support needs

• Candidatewillnothesitatetosharecreativeorinnovativeideasthatwillyieldefficiencyorprovide a resolutiontoneedsorproblems.
• Candidate will be proactive, working cross-functionally as needed to provide answers and solutions

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical

• Ability to ascend and descend stairs
• Ability to bend, twist, kneel, stoop, and or reach for items
• Ability to climb ladders, descend stairs, over bulwarks, and crawl into accessiblespaces
• Ability to detect and write effectively

• Ability to enter tanks and other confined spaces under environmental extremes of cold andheat

• Ability to handle objects
• Ability to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and observe objects within the work setting
• Ability to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and observe objects within the work setting
• Ability to hear with or without aid
• Ability to move around within an office setting and or other locations as needed
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to push, pull, and or squat
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods

• Ability to safely board company vessels in all weather conditions and at allhours

• Ability to transport, adjust, and or move items up to 25 lbs

Mental:

• Ability to accept constructive criticism
• Ability to anticipate needs
• Ability to be professional and use professional judgment 100% of the time
• Ability to cultivate a positive working environment
• Ability to deal professionally, ethically, and effectively with customers, co-workers, vendors, and the public, including providing professional, prompt, responsive, efficient, and courteous customer service and assistance
• Ability to express oneself clearly and effectively, orally and in writing, and use ethical and professional judgment
• Ability to maintain regular attendance
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to multitask and plan time efficiently 100% of the time
• Ability to perform job description and duties with minor supervision
• Ability to reason and analyze effectively
• Ability to solve practical problems as they relate to the position

• Abilityto understandandexecute complexoral andwritteninstructions

• Ability to understand, communicate, and comprehend information in English
• Ability to work professionally with others 100% of the time
• Required to pass and maintain all mandatory training
• Requires the ability to treat everyone professionally with courtesy, decency, and respect
• Requires the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting

WORKSITE ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Ability to work alone
• Ability to work closely with others
• Ability to work closely with customers who may have hygiene challenges
• Ability to work long and or irregular hours
• May be subjected to a hostile environment
• Potential exposure to tobacco products
• May be exposed to excessive noises
• May be subjected to both inside and outside environmental conditions, which include variations intemperature, dampness, humidity, heat, and cold
• May be subjected to exposure to fumes, dust, gases, and or chemicals
• May be subjected to water and or liquids
• Travel by motor vehicle, van, bus, or plane

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as business needs dictate.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. Individuals needing an accommodation during the application process or employment should contact Human Resources.