Experienced Dredge Tugboat Captain

Captain I, II, III

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:

• Agility to traverse uneven ground and to walk, gangways at various heights
• Agility 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…