Master

Master - Seaward Explorer

Full Time | Pay rate:  $750/day

1600T license or greater.  OICNW required.

Position Summary:

The Master of Seaward Explorer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the vessel, as well as the safety and well-being of the crew and passengers. The Master must have a deep understanding of maritime law, regulations, and procedures, as well as the ability to make sound decisions in a variety of situations. Seaward Explorer operates as a for-hire multi-purpose work vessel, the Master is responsible for providing charter clients a safe and effective platform to conduct operations. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and manage vessels within the legal requirements of USCG, FCC, IMO-HSC, Class Society, and other pertinent regulatory agencies. 
• Assure that the appropriately trained crew are aboard and assigned to the Watch Quarter Station Bill as per USCG regulations and company operating procedures. 
• Perform all required pre-boarding and disembarkation duties as outlined by company policy. 
• Perform all vessel underway duties as outlined by company policy.
• Ensure the vessel has all required charts and publications for the serviced route. 
• Supervise and confirm proper and safe mooring of the vessel to provide the appropriate level of safeguarding the significant capital investment.
• Participate in the process of interviewing, training, and evaluating Relief Captains, Mates, Abs, and other deck department personnel.
• Compile, review, and maintain all vessel logs, reports, and forms as required by law and company policy. 
• Serve as onboard Risk Manager and take corrective actions per company policy and as critical situations require. 
• Provide for the safety and appropriate training of marine and non-marine crew.
• Maintain a strong interest in the vessel, its crew, and equipment and manage it accordingly. 
• Participate in the maintenance and update of the Operations Manual in consultation with Operations Manager or Senior Project Manager.
• Conduct drills with Marine and Non-marine crew as mandated by company policy and regulations. 
• Conduct Safety audits both as mandated by company policy and as circumstances require. Supervise the coordination of corrective action indicated as a result of safety audits.
• Monitor, review, and where necessary schedule Mariners to ensure that proper manning levels are maintained and that pertinent laws, regulations, and guidelines are followed.
• Ensure that the performance and behavior of Officers and crew meet legal and professional requirements. 
• Provide discipline for infractions of policy by crewmembers under the supervision of the Master. 

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Valid Merchant Mariners Credential (MMC)
• Minimum 1600 Ton Masters License
• OICNW required
• Valid U.S. Passport
• Valid USCG Medical Certificate
• Valid TWIC Card
• Ability to pass a physical exam
• Ability to pass a written exam

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