Port Captain - Expatriate at Adexen

Responsibilities

• Liaising with Captains and Crew, establishing and maintaining positive communication between vessel and office staff, promoting the safety and well-being of Seafaring personnel and property on a day to day basis.
• Briefing Masters, Officers and crew before their assignment to vessel.
• Providing a link between shore and ship-based management concerning safety and pollution prevention.
• Ensuring requisitions are sent on time and review vessels Deck and Catering requisition to ensure efficient and economical inventory is maintained.
• Ensuring vessels certification is current and on board.
• Preparing evaluation reports for Captains and review those of the crew.
• Ensuring that all vessel staff is given an appropriate hand-over and also receives familiarization when joining.
• Ensuring continuous general wellness and welfare of the crew.
• Conducting regular on board inspections
• Conducting and reporting the results of any fire, evacuation, man-overboard and other drills as appropriate.
• Ensuring all log books and statutory documents are completed in line with requirements.
• Conducting internal management system audits on board fleet .
• Assisting the investigation cause of safety and pollution prevention incidents, accidents and near misses.
• Responsible for all vessels classification or client surveys and rectification of any recommendations or deficiencies lists within a required time frame.
• In the event of special requirements to be present on board the vessel for offshore operations.
• Producing a monthly activity report and show continual improvement in the fleet.
• Inspect all Electronic Navigational equipment on board each vessel to ensure full operation
• Ensure regular painting of housekeeping maintenance of the fleet

Desired Skills and Experience

• Qualified Master Mariner is required
• Significant sea experience as Master / Captain on offshore support vessels
• Previous experience as Port Captain or similar senior role within an international company is preferred
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time, prioritize matters and meet deadlines
• Willing to work autonomously and be comfortable working in a multi-cultural environment
• Previous experience in Africa / Nigeria is a plus
• Experience: 5 - 10 years