Port Engineer, MARAD

at  Pasha Hawaii Holdings LLC

JOB SUMMARY

The Port Engineer, MARAD is responsible for safely and efficiently managing the operations and maintenance of assigned company or company managed vessels in compliance with MARAD contract requirements.

Primary Objectives

• Oversee and provide for maintenance and repair of assigned vessels to ensure condition of hull and machinery are in compliance with applicable codes, standards, MARAD contract requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vessel operations in compliance with flag, international and classification rules, codes, guidelines, MARAD contract requirements, and industry standards.
• Manage contractor and vendor agreements, invoices, and relationships to ensure work is performed as required within established time frames, budgets, and corporate purchasing procedures.
• Ensure safe and reliable performance of vessels in compliance with customer and company requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with MARAD contract requirements.
• Attend all vessel drydocking and major repairs for the duration of the drydock/repairs at assigned port, other U.S. ports, and foreign ports as required.
• Coordinate repair and maintenance functions to minimize vessel out-of-readiness time and cost of repairs.
• Review repair requests to determine that expenditures are economically sound.
• Maintain contact with contractors to ensure completion of work at minimum cost.
• Oversee vessel attendance to ensure optimal technical condition, including monitoring and coordinating the performance of maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct investigations of accident reports and near misses.
• Investigate machinery casualties to determine cause and advise methods of operation to prevent recurrence of casualty.
• Coordinate and conduct follow up of surveys and repairs.
• Prepare dry dock, modification, and repair specifications.
• Approve fuel, lubricant, and vessel consumable invoices and expenses.
• Approve and evaluate spare parts consumption and requisitions.
• Manage vessel inventory aboard and ashore in accordance with MARAD logistic guidelines.
• Review and evaluate position reports and other reports relevant to status and performance of assigned vessels, safety, and pollution prevention.
• Monitor and report on the performance of company or company managed vessels.
• Prepare and present written weekly update reports.
• Evaluate the performance of Masters, Chief Engineers, officers, and crew.
• Review operational efficiency of assigned company managed vessels.
• Develop and maintain an environment that prioritizes the safety of personnel, vessels, and cargo and the prevention of pollution.
• Follow up on required corrective and/or preventive action resulting from non-conformance reports and results of internal and external audits.
• Manage and work with Regulatory and Classification Societies.
• Develop and manage vessel operational, capital, overhaul, and consumable budgets.
• Coordinate time off requests to ensure Port Engineer coverage meets contract requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of coursework and experience in directly-related field required

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid passport for international travel required
• Valid state-issued driver license and acceptable driving record required
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) required
• United States Coast Guard (USCG) license endorsed as First (1A/E) or Chief Engineer (CE) required preferred

Work Experience

• 6+ years of related marine engineering experience required
• Prior experience working with and overseeing union–represented employees required
• Experience using Nautical Systems vessel management software preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to comply with, and remain in compliance with, all Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract requirements, including adherence to technical standards, regulatory obligations, and documentation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and negotiate complex projects such as shipyard dry dock overhauls and other types of repairs.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage maintenance and repair of ocean-going ships.
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Nautical System Electronic (NSE).
• Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations and related industry governmental regulations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with vessel management systems.
• General knowledge of labor contracts.
• Ability to make critical decisions in an ambiguous environment under stressful conditions.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure with minimal direction.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Competencies

• Builds High-Performing Teams Selects, organizes, and motivates colleagues to work together in a committed way to achieve a common mission and ensures a pipeline of talent for the future.
• Delivers Results Rigorously drives self and others to achieve high levels of individual and organization performance.
• Engages & Inspires Others Leads with energy, self-confidence and understanding in ways that motivate colleagues to achieve more than they thought possible.
• Focuses on the Customer & Market Continuously evaluates what is important to the customer/client and develops products or solutions that exceed expectations.
• Makes Sound Business Decisions Makes timely and well-informed decisions that advance critical priorities, capitalize on new opportunities, and resolve problems.
• Partners Across Boundaries Works collaboratively and effectively with colleagues throughout the company toward the common good of The Pasha Group.
• Practices our Values Supports and models The Pasha Way; conduct reflects Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, Innovation and Teamwork.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS

Background Checks
Driving Record Review

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with MARAD contract requirements.
• Attend all vessel drydocking and major repairs for the duration of the drydock/repairs at assigned port, other U.S. ports, and foreign ports as required.
• Coordinate repair and maintenance functions to minimize vessel out-of-readiness time and cost of repairs.
• Review repair requests to determine that expenditures are economically sound.
• Maintain contact with contractors to ensure completion of work at minimum cost.
• Oversee vessel attendance to ensure optimal technical condition, including monitoring and coordinating the performance of maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct investigations of accident reports and near misses.
• Investigate machinery casualties to determine cause and advise methods of operation to prevent recurrence of casualty.
• Coordinate and conduct follow up of surveys and repairs.
• Prepare dry dock, modification, and repair specifications.
• Approve fuel, lubricant, and vessel consumable invoices and expenses.
• Approve and evaluate spare parts consumption and requisitions.
• Manage vessel inventory aboard and ashore in accordance with MARAD logistic guidelines.
• Review and evaluate position reports and other reports relevant to status and performance of assigned vessels, safety, and pollution prevention.
• Monitor and report on the performance of company or company managed vessels.
• Prepare and present written weekly update reports.
• Evaluate the performance of Masters, Chief Engineers, officers, and crew.
• Review operational efficiency of assigned company managed vessels.
• Develop and maintain an environment that prioritizes the safety of personnel, vessels, and cargo and the prevention of pollution.
• Follow up on required corrective and/or preventive action resulting from non-conformance reports and results of internal and external audits.
• Manage and work with Regulatory and Classification Societies.
• Develop and manage vessel operational, capital, overhaul, and consumable budgets.
• Coordinate time off requests to ensure Port Engineer coverage meets contract requirements.
• Other duties as assigned

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hear and speak with sufficient clarity to understand and engage in information exchange; hear and understand verbal instructions; give and receive information verbally in person or via communication device - Often
• Walk/travel within office, vessel, terminal, and port environment; crouch/bend to access floor-level areas; climb stairs, vertical ladders, and access hatches - Often
• Use hands/fingers to operate equipment, manipulate documents and small objects, type/complete data input, write - Often
• Reach with hands, arms; lift, move, and manipulate objects weighing up to 50 pounds - Regularly
• Sight sufficient to read instructions, documents, and screen-based information - Ofte

This role requires work that may involve the following environmental conditions:

• Vessel and terminal environment - includes moving, shifting surfaces, and active production areas including moving vehicles, equipment, and machinery.
• Outdoor/open environments which may involve high/low temperatures, humidity and inclement weather conditions.
• Work days and hours may vary to accommodate operations.
• Must meet all MARAD contract requirements, including work locations, availability, response times, and required screenings