Assistant Port Engineer

About the Organization
Rose Cay Maritime (RCM) is a growing company focused on reimagining the Jones Act to lead in the Energy Transition. Founded in 2021, RCM has undertaken one of the most complex projects in the Jones Act, acquiring one of the largest Articulated Tug Barge (ATB) fleets and putting the vessels into service with the world's leading energy companies as a new entrant. RCM now operates a Jones Act fleet of 18 vessels on all three coasts consisting of tugs ranging from 4,000 to 10,000 HP and barges ranging from 55,000 to 260,000 bbls.
RCM is tactical with a unique culture of entrepreneurial ingenuity within the Jones Act - our innovative employees and advisory board are industry leaders with expertise across maritime operations, supply chain, logistics, data analytics, and real asset investment. RCM provides safe, reliable, and environmentally friendly solutions in the mission critical energy supply chain for Fortune 100 companies.
Dove Cay, LLC, an affiliate of Rose Cay Maritime, LLC, is a provider of crewing and technical management services to owners of Jones Act vessels that provide maritime shipping services for clean and traditional energy products to a variety of customers across the U.S.
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description
Job Summary
The Assistant Port Engineer will help with the maintenance and repair of the Company's vessels. The Assistant Port Engineer will report directly to the Company's Port Engineer - Southern Fleet. The Assistant Port Engineer - Southern Fleet is responsible for the repair, maintenance, and oversight of safe engineering practices of Company's fleet assigned primarily in the Gulf of Mexico and East Coast Region.
Education and Experience

• BS Marine Engineering, maritime academy preferred but not required, or equivalent experience in vessel operations and repair.
• Previous time at sea in capacity as 1st Engineer/Chief Engineer preferred but not required.
• Previous shoreside port engineer/technical superintendent experience maintaining tugs and barges preferred but not required.
• Previous experience with ATB vessels preferred but not required.
• Three (3) years' experience in related supervisory roles.
• U.S. Coast Guard marine engineer's license on a Merchant Mariner's Document is preferred.

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Position
Assistant Port Engineer - Southern Fleet
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
Position Requirements
Requirements

• Previous experience and be comfortable managing vessel drydockings and shipyard periods.
• Familiarity with motor vessels, diesel engines and their operational support systems.
• Have and maintain valid State drivers' license and TWIC.
• Be physically fit to handle heavy machinery and work in small spaces.
• Authorized to work in the U.S., no visa sponsorship at this time.
• Available for duty at all hours, as may be required.
• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule - may be required to work some weekends, early mornings, or evenings as needed in order to maintain continuous operations.
• Travel throughout the Gulf of Mexico region to various ports of call to support with vessel operations regarding maintenance and operational requirements.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive information and communications.
• Requisite Knowledge & Skills
• Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry.
• Knowledge of tugs and barge maintenance systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of tank barge operations, ship operations, and terminal/refinery operations.
• Ability to work independently within the confines of Company policies and procedures.
• Ability to repair marine equipment on site under adverse conditions.
• Ability to perform and be responsible for much of the preventative maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to work with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance.
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers.
• Ability to read, speak, write, type, and understand English in person and over the telephone.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Help monitor the preventative maintenance program for the fleet.
• Perform and be responsible for much of the preventative maintenance and repair work
• Alert supervisors as to the machinery or vessel systems in need of repair.
• Develop and monitor budgets and schedules, contractor selection, contractor oversight, and contractor contract management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory rules and regulations and liaison to U.S. Coast Guard and Class societies.
• Prepare and manage documentation and monitoring of maintenance and repair work through the company web based structured maintenance and repair program, HELM.
• Manage the vessels' daily maintenance and repair as well as all expenditure controls/parts ordering utilizing HELM software.
• Complete dry-dock and project management as well as the development of specifications and bid packages, contract negotiations, and quality assurance.
• Conduct and direct periodic inspections of vessels for evaluation of operating performance and conformity per internal SMS protocol.
• Maintain emergency response certification and serve as a member of the incident response team.
• Has awareness of the Company's Environmental Quality Management System and the requirements to adhere to same.
• Ensure that system audits are performed consistent with quality and environmental requirements.
• Ensure that corporate steering committee meetings are conducted consistent with quality and environmental requirements.
• Be aware of and ensure the use of communication tools for the organization:
• Corrective action process
• Safety Alerts / Lessons Learned
• Advisory committee meetings (Quarterly and Annually)
• Other additional job duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Technology & Software

• Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Share Point
• Q88 and Q88 VMS
• Helm CONNECT
• NetSuite

Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Number of Openings
1
Post Internal Days
0
Location
Dove Cay
This position is currently accepting applications.