Job Title: Safety Manager
Location: Northport, AL
Department: Administrative Services
Reports to: The Safety Programs Manager
Job Overview:
Parker Towing Co, Inc., founded in 1940, is a leading barge line operator in the United States. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Safety Manager who will be, responsible for the implementation, assessment and evaluations of vessel safety training processes, controls and practices in accordance with State/Federal regulations, the Parker Towing Company certified Towing Safety Management System and other company safety management programs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performing safety training and drills onboard Parker Towing Company vessels as directed by the Administrative Services Department.
- Conducting post incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Participate in the development of new programs, policies, and procedures to enhance the overall company safety culture.
- Perform Internal Vessel Audits as required by the Parker Towing, Safety Management System.
- Present training and compliance briefs to all employees.
- Standardize safety training procedures and processes across the vessel fleet.
- Be able to work closely with management, boat crew and dock workers to ensure a safe, efficient, and reliable training evaluation process.
- Work with USCG, third party auditors and other regulatory agencies regarding certifications training and compliance issues.
- Other duties as assigned by Parker Towing Company management group.
Qualifications:
- Must have at least 2 years of prior experience in maritime safety and compliance.
- Must possess strong verbal and written English communications skills.
- Must be able to live and work on Parker Towing Company vessels for extended periods of time as required.
- Must have strong computer skills and understanding of Microsoft Word /Excel and other potential programs related to the towing and barge industry.
- Ability to travel, participate in industry conferences, training and certification courses as required.
Working Conditions:
- Located out of our home office in Northport, Alabama. However, frequent travel to Parker vessels is required.
Parker Towing Company is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.