Marine Superintendent, Cement - St. Catharines, Canada - Algoma Central Corporation

Algoma Central Corporation

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St. Catharines, Canada

4 hours ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

As the front-line management representative, the key duties and responsibilities for the vessels assigned to them are:

Vessel Operations:

Provides direct support to vessels
Promotes and maintains standardized deck operational efficiencies
Provides cargo related technical expertise and guidance
Reviews and approves new cargo opportunities
Develops and maintains fleet standards to maximize cargo loading
Develops fleet standards related to crew cost optimization
Monitors the condition of and assist with maintaining the safe and efficient operation of all deck and navigation related functions
Conducts vessel visits and inspections, ensuring vessels are maintained and comply with all relevant standards
Monitors vessel efficiency and environmental performance

Maintenance:

Assists with the arrangement and management of the work of shore side contractors

Quality, Health, Safety, Environment & Regulatory:

Ensures vessel inspection and certification requirements are maintained to regulatory, classification and industry standards.
Liaises with external authorities including flag, class and port state regulatory bodies
Lead or be a team member in carrying out internal audits on any Company vessel
Lead or be a team member in the investigation of any occurrence, accident or incident investigation.
Reviews the Shipboard Safety Management Committee meeting minutes

Budgetary Control:

Monitors and advises on vessel budget.
Monitors and ensures compliance with fleet plan objectives
Coordinates efforts with both the Logistics and Purchasing departments to ensure the required supplies/equipment is delivered to the ship in the most efficient way possible

People Management:

Coordinates efforts with the Fleet Personnel department for the purposes of scheduling Captains and navigation officers and ensures assignments meet regulatory and company standards in terms of certification and experience
Assists with the preparation of performance documents and can conduct inperson performance reviews for all Captains
Reviews all received performance reviews for navigation officers and provides input to the Director, Technical Operations for any individual training or development requirements
Leads with support from Fleet Personnel on any day to day performance management and disciplinary issues

Collaboration

Liaises with the Commercial Department and Customer representatives in regard to vessel operations and cargo requirements
Participates as a member of Marine Emergency Response / Hot Line after hours support
Any other duties or requirements as directed by the Director, Technical Operations.

Skills, Abilities and Experience:

Postsecondary education in Maritime Studies, with a preference in Nautical Science.
Chief Mate certificate of competency as a minimum, Master Mariner preferred.
Minimum of 5 years' experience with responsibilities consistent with the position.
A proven track record of success in technical and managerial positions with relevant maritime organizations
Experience with Product tankers mandatory.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of the Great Lakes, St. Lawrence Seaway system and Canadian east coast in terms of navigation and functions preferred.
Sound knowledge of load planning, quality and regulatory disciplines (ISM/ISO), OCIMF regulations preferred and ability to carry out incident investigation and analysis.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written),
Excellent organization, planning and prioritization skills with ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders as well as ship crew.
Ability to analyze and interpret technical information and drawings
Ability to lead and motivate groups and individuals
Strong project management skills
Valid passport and driver's license with no travel restrictions as extensive travel is required.