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OSG Ship Management

Marine Superintendent

OSG Ship Management, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646


302 Knights Run Ave, Tampa, FL 33602, USA

Req #113Thursday, March 14, 2024Our vision is to be the most respected energy transportation company in the Jones Act trade. Central to our vision is providing incident-free transportation services while protecting our crews, vessels, and the environment. We achieve this by staying focused on providing safe, efficient, and reliable transportation to customers; ensuring the highest standards of safety and environmental compliance throughout our organization, with a goal of zero incidents and zero spills or releases to the environment; maximizing long term value for shareholders and stakeholders; and creating a safe and rewarding work environment for our employees.Purpose of the Position:Ensure the Company Safety, Quality and Environmental policies and procedures are understood and implemented onboard all company vessels. Lead and manage vessel crews to achieve safe and efficient vessel operations.Core Job Functions:Ensure vessel compliance to OSG Safety, Quality and Environmental (SQE) PolicyEnsure safe and efficient cargo transfer operations on all assigned vesselsEnsure regulatory compliance through scheduling of inspections and equipment service where designatedPropose and monitor deck and electronic vessel operating budgetsApprove vessel stores and spares requisitionsEvaluate skills of shipboard personnel and make promotional recommendationsParticipate in incident response, investigation and corrective action in conjunction with the DPAParticipate in vessel safety audits and SIRE vetting inspections with internal and external auditors. Assist with the responses to vessel vetting inspections and follow-up with required corrective actionsClearly communicate to all shipboard personnel that their safety and the protection of the environment are the company’s primary concern and that the prevention of injuries and illness onboard our vessels should be fundamental to all operational decisions.Act as the primary communication contact for the vessel Masters and help the Master in the safe and cost-efficient operation of their assigned vesselShare best practices between all company vessels and continually review the Management System (MS) and make recommendations on changes based on vessel observations, audits and vetting resultsAdvise the Technical Superintendent of required repairs and provide detail of shipyard repairs/modifications required on assigned vessels. Assist in planning dry docking and shipyard events as neededReview vessel safety minutes and training records and advise supervisor of any required corrective actionsParticipate in chartering/customer inquiries to ensure accuracy of contracts and to achieve customer satisfactionRemain abreast of and ensure compliance with applicable flag state and class standards, international, federal and state regulationsAttend vessels regularly to monitor maintenance, equipment functionality and observe training/development of crewsHave working knowledge of Maintenance and Safety, Quality and Environmental (SQE) modules in NS5, monitor and ensure that requisitions, service requests, and all elements of the QSE module are properly created and completed and be responsible for proposing corrective actions and verifying closure of incidents and nonconformities onboard vesselsIn conjunction with SQE department, SQE / ISM internal audits and safety audits are conducted at specified times onboard our vessels and participate, where required, in security audits and Emergency response exercisesMonitor vessel Environmental programs for effectivenessCreate and update vessel operating manuals where required.Participate in the development and/or revision of MS procedures to achieve effective guidelines, as requiredRepresent OSG in a professional manner to provide efficient and economic service to all customersPerform all other duties assigned by manager or supervisorCore Competencies:Bachelor’s degree in marine field, Maritime Academy graduate preferred, or five years equivalent experience requiredUnited State Coast Guard license of Chief Mate or higher required, Master preferredKnowledge and understanding of American Bureau of Shipping, United States Coast Guard and international regulations and protocols relating to company vessels requiredStrong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products requiredMust be able to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)Written and verbal communications at all organizational levels in a clear and concise mannerStrong ability to manage multiple tasks requiring solid planning, control, review and cost projection/variance analysis skillsHighly developed prioritization and organizational skills and attention to detailHigh level of analytical skill and process management abilityAbility to drive long distances (up to 5 hours) and/or travel by air to various US ports possibly requiring overnight staysAbility to board vessels in port (requires using a gangway with a grade of 30-60 degrees)Ability to climb ladders and navigate over uneven surfaces during vessel visitsAbility to board vessels at anchor (climb a Jacob’s ladder from a water taxi)Possess good sensory perception (sight, smell, hearing, touch)Ability to enter and inspect confined spacesWillingness to remain accessible for communication and consultation on an around the clock basis and work unusual hours, including nights and weekends as requiredOSG is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

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