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Boat Skipper

Job Title

Skipper

Lugar

New Iberia, U.S.

Salario

Remuneración bruta 25000.00 - 35000.00 € Anual

Job Type

Indefinido

Horario de trabajo

Tiempo completo

Job Description

Job Description


This position is responsible for operating and maintaining Company boats used to transport passengers, supplies and/or freight.

Essential functions

• Must be capable of quickly evacuating the facility to avoid injury during emergencies. Must also provide assistance with regard to rescue operation for injuries or overcome personnel. • Operate assigned boat in a safe manner in accordance with USCG “Rules of the Road”, adhering to all Federal, State regulations and environmental regulations. • Responsible for safely transporting rig crew and supplies to assigned location in a timely manner. • Ensure that crew is aware of the Company’s safety practices and provide training as needed. • Maintain boat appearance by assuring the inside and outside are presentable at all times. • Checks for water in bilge and keeps bilge clean of oil. • Maintain daily records to include personnel roster, motor reports and movement log. • Maintain appropriate oil level in engines and clutches, checks engine for oil, water and fuel leaks. • Maintain lighting on the boat to assure safety of passengers. • Checks motor support brackets, alternator belts, stuffing boxes (grease and pack as needed), and the condition of all hoses and clamps. • Ensure that a spare wheel and shaft are available for boat. • Ensure that all boats assigned to rig are started daily. • On a monthly basis will examine the bottom of the boat for damage. • Checks exhaust manifolds for leaks and checks air breather, changes oil and fuel filters as per EAM maintenance schedule. • Changes oil in clutch per EAM maintenance schedule, and cleans strainer screen every week. • Maintain safety equipment including fire extinguishers, life raft, life jackets and etc. on board boat. • Maintain safety standard and procedures and keep work area in safe working condition. • Abide by Company policies, procedures and best practices at all times. • Other duties and special projects as assigned. • Note: Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed at any time at the discretion of your manager, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

  • Ensure that personal behaviors and work practices are in line with Company safety standards.
  • Responsible for safety of self and others in the vicinity to include, but not limited to, employees, vendors and guests.
  • Provide visible leadership engagement, be aware of housekeeping and take additional safety precautions to ensure no one is put at risk.
  • Do not take short cuts or unnecessary risks and actively work with others to ensure they take due care and do not put themselves or others at risk.
  • Ensure all incidents are reported and appropriately investigated in accordance with Company procedure.
  • As needed, seek advice from HSE representative.

Qualifications


Necessary qualifications, skills and abilities

  • Must possess a High School diploma.
  • Should have at least 5 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of boats.
  • Must possess necessary certifications to properly operate and maintain Company boats.
  • Must be fully familiar with all required marine functions to include laws, regulations and directives affecting the operation of the boat.
  • Must have good PC skills to include all MS Office products.
  • Must have good written and verbal communication skills and able to effectively communicate with staff, management, customers and vendors. Being multi-lingual is preferred.
  • Must be able/willing to travel nationally and internationally.
  • Must possess sound reasoning skills and have the ability to follow directions.

Position competencies

  • Initiating & Driving Change • Acts as a catalyst for and takes responsibility for leading, directing, and managing organizational change • Develops new insights into situations and applies innovative solutions • Creates work environment that encourages creative thinking and innovation • Drives step changes in how the company operates • Understands how to change and addresses not only systems and processes, but also cultural aspects of change • Is good at bringing the creative ideas of others to market • Develops a change strategy that includes milestones and timelines • Accurately assesses the potential barriers and resources necessary for change initiatives • Understands and supports the need for change • Envisions and articulates the intended result of the change process • Provides direction and focus during the change process • Helps to generate support of the changes throughout the organization • Identifies and enlists allies who support the change process • Provides resources, removes barriers, and acts as an advocate for those initiating change
  • Result Focused • Establishes clear, specific performance goals, expectations, and priorities • Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully • Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers • Very bottom-line oriented • Steadfastly pushes self and others for results • Navigates quickly and effectively to resolve problems and obstacles • Persists to complete tasks / responsibilities, even in the face of difficulties • Develops a sense of urgency in others to complete tasks • Operates with personal ownership and looks for ways to improve performance all the time • Challenges him- or herself and others to raise the bar on performance • Focuses people on critical activities that yield a high impact • Holds self and others accountable for delivering high-quality results on time and within budget (e.g., models high work standards and demands the same from others)
  • Team Work • Blends people into teams when they are needed • Creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team • Shares wins and successes • Fosters open dialogue • Lets people finish and be responsible for their work • Seeks consensus among diverse viewpoints as a means of building group commitment • Defines success in terms of the whole team • Creates a feeling of belonging in the team • Values the contributions of all team members • Creates an environment that encourages open communication amongst team members • Creates an environment that encourages collective problem solving amongst team members
  • Customer Focus • Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers • Gets first-hand customer information and uses it to understand customers' business issues and needs for improvements in products and services • Acts with customer in mind • Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect • Genuinely enjoys working with customers to build long-term partnerships • Creates a sense of customer focus throughout their team/ department/ business unit

Physical demands and work environment

  • Ability to work around moving machinery
  • Ability to perform under stress, under pressure, and/or in emergency situations.
  • Lift, carry, and move objects of up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, ice)
  • Wear personal protective equipment, including but not limited to hard hat, steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, safety glasses, goggles and full body harness.
  • Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and/or ramps while carrying tools requiring a reasonable degree of physical stamina and agility and involving moderate to severe physical exertion
  • Operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (Cold or Heat)
  • Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, reason logically, and make sound decisions.
  • Ability to comprehend, remember, and follow verbal and written directions and comply with Company policies, procedures and standard.
  • Ability to work in noisy environments
  • Ability to work as a team, communicate and interact with others in a professional manner, and consider alternative and diverse perspectives.


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