Experienced Dredge Tugboat Captain

Captain Positions

Efficiency. Innovation. Integrity. These are our three pillars. At Curtin Maritime, these core values are the framework for safe performance and operational excellence; proof of these pillars is evident in our people and our fleet. For 25 years, Curtin Maritime has been an industry leader in quality maritime solutions. We are a dynamic Marine Construction and Marine Transportation company experiencing rapid growth.

Our team provides customers with a complete suite of maritime solutions, allowing us the incredible opportunity to work on unique projects in some of the most amazing places on earth.

This role:

Captain I, II, III will work directly with the Port Captain, applying our three core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Efficiency and maintaining the Curtin Standard onboard.

Who you are:

Mental aptitudes:

• Attention to detail / excellent organizational skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations with focus, including safe and effective decision making under potentially dangerous conditions.
• Continuously demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and ownership by being pro-active in all situations/tasks
• Understanding importance of being a mentor, ability to invest in the development and success of others
• Superior communication skills, ability to speak to your audience whether it be the office or instructing/training multi-levels of crew, etc.
• Strong logistical and mechanical reasoning skills, ability to not only plan and execute voyage, but also have a complete understanding of the vessel (mechanical and movement)

Physical aptitudes:

• Ability to traverse uneven ground and to walk, gangways at various heights
• Ability to bend, stoop, or squat frequently and climb high steps/ladders several times a day
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds safely; moving equipment that is heavy, large, or awkward
• Physical dexterity and strength to catch and handle lines; make up tows with wire rigging; operate deck machinery; work on equipment that is poorly accessible
• Ability to work below decks in an area that may experience periods of darkness; work in confined spaces
• Ability to think clearly during stressful situations or during an emergency
• Ability to perform emergency duties and use emergency equipment onboard vessel
• Demonstrate good personal hygiene, always maintain cleanliness
• Must be able to swim

Captain I - $750/day (Day rate includes performance bonus)

Licenses & requirements:

• Minimum 200 GRT Master of Towing Vessels Near Coastal OR
• 500 GRT Master Near Coastal w/ TOAR
• Passport
• VSO

Preferred licenses & requirements:

• STCW Master 500 GT Near Coastal
• Oceans endorsement

Vessel proficiencies:

• Inland and coastwise towing and voyage planning (tow wire, push, hip, working in current)
• Proper use of tow pins, surge chains, tow wire etiquette, VHF radio etiquette, various lines/rigging, etc.

Compliance:

• Proficient in operation of Vessel Management System (VMS)
• Understanding and compliance with the Curtin Standard
• Thorough recordkeeping

Leadership & management:

• Ownership of vessels; assign projects and hold everyone accountable
• Maintain professionalism with Curtin staff, regulatory bodies, customers, agents, crews, etc.
• Advanced crew management skills. Ability to coach crew members and provide feedback for improved performance. Completes required performance evaluations.

Captain II - $750 - $850/day (Day rate includes performance bonus)

Licenses & requirements:

• All those listed in Captain I

Preferred licenses & requirements:

• STCW Med PIC
• All those listed in Captain I

Vessel proficiencies:

• Anchor handling
• Skilled operation of assigned vessels
• Ocean towing, tandem towing in various arrangements, bar crossings, etc.
• Ocean voyage preparation, rigging barges for tow
• Critical path and proactive planning to maximize efficiency in operations
• Thorough understanding of rigging and cordage

Compliance:

• Full utilization and operation of VMS
• Experienced in auditing and proactively completing corrective actions
• Thorough understanding of Sub-M, ABS, and USCG requirements
• Attend and lead crews and vessels through audits and inspections
• Impeccable recordkeeping

Leadership & management:

• Act as a leader and mentor to all by leading by example and getting your hands…