Port Engineer – Tampa, FL
This position is responsible for the engineering management of a fleet of tugs and associated personnel.
This is a hands-on leadership role. The ideal candidate will be as comfortable contributing to strategy and managing administrative duties as they are with getting hands-on working with the other Port Engineers and crew members.
Responsibilities:
Manage port engineering and M&R policies
Manager vessel preventative maintenance program
Prepare scope of all yard periods and repair activities
Assist crews to prepare for audits, surveys, and inspections
Work with operations to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
Manage vendor process – review quotes, selection, oversight
Supervise vessel engineers – including hiring and retention
On call to respond to engineering issues
Desired skills and experience:
Time at sea on a senior engineering license
5+ years ashore managing a fleet of vessels
Experience with tugs and similar type vessels is a plus
University degree in relevant field is a plus
Familiarity with USCG, ABS, Bureau Veritas, AWO, OCIMF SIRE
Ability to lead, manage, and contribute to a team
Familiarity with EMDs, Caterpillar, MTU, Detroit, Markey, Intercon, Smatco equipment is a plus
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