Assistant Captain
AssistantCaptain
“Assistant Captain at Assistant Captain. Skills: operating ships, navigational equipment, weather forecasts, tide/current predictions. Operate ships and water vessels. Conduct vessel inspections”
Industry & Context.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documentation, technical procedures, and regulations; Ability to work with mathematical concepts such proportions, basic algebra, and geometry to apply to a variety of practical, variable and non-standard situations
Ability to travel and deploy to other vessels both domestically and internationally required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4 - 7 Years of relevant work experience
Nice to Have
USCG Merchant Mariner Credential as Master of 1600 Gross Registered Tons (GRT) for Oceans with Radar license, Any Waters or Near Coastal Life Boatmen, Endorsement, STCW and GMDSS certificates Unlimited radar observer, Able Bodied Seaman, Cold-Water Survival Certificate (or ability to obtain within 12 months, if required), Tankerman PIC endorsement, Valid driver’s license, API Rigger and Hydraulic Crane Operator certificates (or ability to obtain), Possess or obtain Confined Space Entry, Attendant and Rescue certification (may be required at some locations), US Passport, or ability to obtain (may be required at some locations)
What You'll Do.
Operate ships and water vessels
Conduct vessel inspections
Utilize navigational equipment
Adjust float and work plan
Direct crew activities
Deploy containment boom
Anchor spill response equipment
Maintain job-related equipment
Provide clear direction
Provide continuous training
Conduct onboard safety drills
Perform spill response
Perform industrial maintenance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works with the supervisor to adjust float and work plan; Directs crew activities while deployed; Provides clear direction to deckhands and passengers; Provides continuous training in safety, seamanship skills and basic navigation techniques
Communication Scope
Skill communicating the implications and highlights of highly specialized, technical, and analytical work and key insights; Ability to effectively manage and communicate work delivery expectations with customers
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