Short description

Our client is looking for a Port Engineer to be based at their Tampa, Florida office location.

Function description

• Schedule, coordinate, and ensure vessel repair & maintenance completed
• Perform inspections of vessels for repair & maintenance standards and procedures
• Manage all ABS dates for vessels and ensure surveys are completed on time
• Assist vessel crews in preparation for Class audits, surveys and other regulatory hull and machinery inspections. Attend as needed, on case-by-case basis
• Work with operations and compliance staff to assist in keeping tugs compliant with all regulatory agencies including: USCG, ABS, Bureau Veritas, AWO, OCIMF SIRE
• Keep accurate records of all maintenance performed as directed by TSMS, including the use of company software program
• Manage oil sample program
• Compile and prioritize worklists for each vessel for both routine and major maintenance
• Oversee the completion of SINEX maintenance tracking program
• Track costs of repair and keep within budget
• Perform emergency repairs on vessels as required
• Perform special assignments and tasks as assigned
• On call as required for vessel engineering issues
• Manage and work with Port Engineers to ensure all engineering tasks completed

Requirements

• Experience maintaining tugs
• Knowledge of marine towing industry preferred
• Knowledge of tug maintenance systems and equipment
• Ability to repair marine equipment on site under varying and adverse conditions
• Ability to work with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment
• Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to get along with office staff and vessel crewmembers

Candidates must be eligible to work in the US. Please send resume to john@ips.jobs

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