Commercial Operator

Commercial Operator
OSG Ship Management, Inc
Posted:
Location: Tampa, FL

Purpose of the Position:
To support the vessels and the shore office by coordinating daily vessel activities between internal and external customers to provide smooth, efficient operations. Provide necessary support to ensure proper billing and collection of revenues.

Core Job Functions:
• Monitor and execute voyages as per Charter Party terms (spot, COA, or time charters).
• Ensure compliance with all commercial, operations and legal requirements
• Appoint and instruct port agents as required.
• Oversee port calls and cargo operations to minimize delays and costs.
• Maximize voyage profitability by monitoring speed, fuel efficiency, and management of expenses
• Monitor bunker prices, arrange for bunker supply and order bunkers as required with the goal of optimization.
• Liaise daily with vessels, agents, chartering dept., superintendents, and customers to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain and strengthen customer relationships through proactive and clear communication.
• Create, update, and distribute voyage schedules to all relevant parties in a timely manner.
• Prepare customer review presentations and facilitate meetings as needed.
• Input daily data into the voyage management system (e.g., vessel positions, revenue, expenses).
• Monitor laytime and generate demurrage claims with supporting documentation in a timely manner.
• Manage accounts receivable/payable and ensure accurate accruals for voyage and charter costs.
• Responsible for collecting all voyage paperwork from the vessels and maintaining the paperwork for office audits
• Ensure letters of indemnity are received when required and vessels issue letters or protest in accordance with OSG’s management system
• Responsible for day-to-day data collection for OSG’s Title V air permit and DNREC reporting (Delaware Bay only)
• Maintain Q88.com and ensure all vetting documents are thoroughly reviewed prior to passing to chartering dept or customers
• Contribute to the development and revision of Management System procedures when required.
• Represent OSG in a professional manner to provide efficient and economic service to all customers
• Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor or manager

Core Competencies: Bachelor’s degree preferred, Maritime Academy graduate preferred
• Three to five years of solid established experience in barge and/or ship operations ashore and/or afloat preferred
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products required
• Knowledge and understanding of marine contracts and demurrage preferred

Significant Factors:
• Written and verbal communication skills are required
• Self-starter able to set goals and plans to fulfill corporate objectives
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks requiring solid planning, control, review and cost projection/variance analysis skills
• Highly developed prioritization and organizational skills and attention to detail
• High level of analytical skill and process management ability
• Ability to travel by air to various US cities possibly requiring overnight stays
• Ability to board vessels in port (requires using a gangway with a grade of 30-60 degrees)
• Willingness to remain accessible for communication and consultation on an around the clock basis and work unusual hours,
including nights and weekends as required.

Superintendent

Superintendent
Flagship Management
Posted:
Location: Tampa, FL

Shipyard Superintendent
Tampa, FL
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
Insure that all job assignments are performed as directed by management and by the customer;
Plan jobs by scheduling work assignment of personnel, provision of tools, materials and equipment to maintain an even flow of production to his projects;
Attend management, planning, safety and all other scheduled meetings;
Discussing at least on a daily basis or as often as required, your project status with assigned Foreman and Leaderman;
Meet with Foreman and/or Leaderman daily, to establish labor and equipment assignments and requirements to make sure all materials required for their portion of the work are either on hand or on order;
Coordinate with other Superintendents for equipment and labor requirements as well as material requirements to avoid duplication or conflict with other on going jobs;
Exhibit confidence and respect for fellow supervisors, especially in the presence of subordinates and customers.
Meet the goals of your assigned project and maintain a great attitude;
Ensure subcontractors performance, quality and safety is at the highest level
Prepare and review timesheets and other job charges to insure that all costs associated with the job and customer is accurate and representative of the scope of the job requirements;
Must be totally aware of the nature of the contract and the customer’s requirements;
Responsible for properly completing all tasks related to the contract.
REQUIREMENTS
8 to 10 years experience in the shipbuilding, ship repair, or similar construction industry
3 to 5 years management or supervisory experience
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for all operations concerning his assigned project and the coordination with other crafts and supervisors
JOB PERFORMANCE
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential skill satisfactory
SPECIFIC TASKS AND SKILLS LEVELS
Must have thorough knowledge of planning and scheduling of tasks Ability to inspect work assignments prior to regulatory inspections and obtain sign off

Port Engineer / Project Manager

Port Engineer / Project Manager
Flagship Management
Posted:
Location: Tampa, FL

Project Manager of Marine Engineering
Tampa, FL

Primary Responsibilities:
• Ensure proper planning and timely execution of marine compliance equipment installations and commissioning
• Collaborate with Chief Engineers, Port Engineers and Engineering Directors in project planning, implementation, and execution phases
• Provide expertise and guidance in marine environmental product installation and regulatory impact
• Provide viable solutions and corrective actions required to address issues encountered with the implementation of new technologies which require a higher level of expertise in the specific field
• Provide input to annual planning and budgeting process

Preferred Qualifications:
• BS in related engineering field (Marine, Mechanical, Naval Architecture, Environmental)
• 10+ years in the Maritime industry. Increasing responsibility throughout career with leadership role
• Sailed as Chief, First, or Second Engineer on engineering license, but not required
• Project Management, Port Engineering, or Technical Superintendent background a plus
• Strong technical and analytic skills to ensure proper equipment selection, implementation, and operation
• Leadership and management ability to properly plan and execute 2+ projects simultaneously
• Working knowledge of ABS or other class society standards, codes, and compliance requirements
• Strong time management skills to keep project(s) moving forward
• Strong communication skills are crucial in order to collaborate with multiple parties
• Knowledgeable in maritime regulatory framework, rules and guidelines
• Alternative fuel knowledge a plus (LNG)

Compensation:
• $85 – $95 an hour, based on experience