Tug Master - Captain SVITZER is one of the largest global companies within towage and related services. We employ over 4000 employees and have a fleet of over 500 tugs. We offer We offer a com Positive work/life balance …
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Full-time
professional certificate
Positive Work/Life Balance
Posted 27d ago
Apply by Sep 30
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Master is responsible for the overall safety, security, and operational management of the tug and its crew. This includes ensuring compliance with safety management systems, maintaining statutory certifications, and coordinating vessel maintenance and stores.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master less than 500GT (NCV) qualification and a valid Seafarer Medical. Required certifications include STCW Basic Safety Training, Proficiency in Medical Care, Survival Craft and Rescue Boat, Advanced Fire Fighting, and Designated Security Duties.
Full job description
Tug Master - Captain
SVITZER is one of the largest global companies within towage and related services. We employ over 4000 employees and have a fleet of over 500 tugs.
We offer
We offer a com
Positive work/life balance as well as the opportunity to manage all aspects of vessel operation and ownership.
We pride ourselves on providing best in industry tools to accomplish our goals safely and to a high standard.
• The Master has overriding authority to take required action considered necessary for the safety and security of the crew, the vessel or for the protection of the environment.
• Periodically reviewing the safety management system and reporting its deficiencies to shore based management according to Masters Review Procedure.
• Ensure statutory certification is maintained valid
• Motivate the vessel crew to be familiar with requirements of, and to comply with, the safety management system. For easy reference they may refer to the 'Forms list which is a list of forms, their frequency and who's responsible for them.
• Act as tug manager and coordinate the attendance of crew as required for operations, the provision of stores and ensuring readiness for operations.
• Comply with SVITZER health, safety, environment and security management systems and procedures including those relating to cyber security.
• Be familiar with relevant OH&S, environment and security regulations associated with tug operations and reporting as appropriate.
• Manage tug crew discipline, dealing with issues as appropriate and escalating to management where required.
• Supervision and assistance with tug maintenance as necessary.
• Where required, the preparation of operational reports.
• Participation in safety training, including the training of other crew members
• Induction training of visitors, employees and other persons authorized by SVITZER to access the vessel.
• Participation in operational improvement exercises and liaison with SVITZER management regarding improved operational procedures, leading to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensuring that adequate resources are available to carry out activities/tasks onboard, e.g. cargo operations, ballast operations etc.
• Comply with local, regional, national and international legislation.
• If the Master deems it necessary to discharge a crewmember due to the crewmember poses a risk onboard related to non-compliance with SMS provisions, anti-social behavior; alcohol/drug use; or ill-discipline the Master has the authority to do so. Master is required to give Shore Management notification in all instances, preferably in advance. Further it should be identified if a replacement crewmember is required according to the Safe Manning Certificate before the vessel can continue operation.
• Comply with the regulations of the company safety management system.
Learning Descriptions:
Knowledge and Qualifications:
• II/3 - Master less than 500GT – NCV
• Basic Safety Training (STCW A-VI/1)
• Proficiency in Medical Care On Board Ship (STCW Code A-VI/4-2
• Proficiency Survival Craft and Rescue Boat (STCW A-VI/2)
• Advanced Fire Fighting (STCW A-VI/3)
• Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties A-VI/6
• Valid Seafarer Medical
Building a Diverse Workplace
In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!
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Leading sustainable marine services, innovating with and for people, customers and communities
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1833
Headquarters
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark
LinkedIn followers
127,060
Founded in 1833, Svitzer builds on almost 200 years of experience, and our powerful tugboats and experts in towage work tirelessly to keep goods flowing, businesses thriving, and communities connected. Today, Svitzer is a leading global port and terminal infrastructure provider, serving approximately 2,000 customers in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries through a fleet of 456 vessels.
Offices: Sundkrogsgade 17, Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark 2150, DK
TowageHarbour TowageTerminal TowageLNG TerminalMarine Servicesand Safe and ReliableMarine TransportationMarine TechnologyWater
Leading sustainable marine services, innovating with and for people, customers and communities
Industry
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1833
Headquarters
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark
LinkedIn followers
127,060
Founded in 1833, Svitzer builds on almost 200 years of experience, and our powerful tugboats and experts in towage work tirelessly to keep goods flowing, businesses thriving, and communities connected. Today, Svitzer is a leading global port and terminal infrastructure provider, serving approximately 2,000 customers in 141 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries through a fleet of 456 vessels.
Offices: Sundkrogsgade 17, Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark 2150, DK
TowageHarbour TowageTerminal TowageLNG TerminalMarine Servicesand Safe and ReliableMarine TransportationMarine TechnologyWater