Dock Operations Manager-SDCA Job at Austal USA in San Diego

Dock Operations Manager-SDCA

Dock Operations Manager-SDCA

Apply locations San Diego, CA time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R0009930

REPORTS TO: Director Homeport Operations – SDCA

SUPERVISES: Assistant Dock Master, Dock crew and support staff

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for oversight of day-to-day floating dry dock operations; inclusive of docking of vessels under construction, maintenance or repair.
• Maintains Facility and Mobile equipment repair routine, maintenance and recommends requirements to meet environmental and safety requirements.
• Operates assigned areas within budget forecasts.
• Responsible for safety performance and conforming to company policies.
• Performs routine inspection of the facilities, works with crew to manage general repair and maintenance of the docks, piers & facility.
• Responsible to maintain dock certification and recertification when required;
• Responsible to oversee the safe docking and undocking operations of all vessels.
• Responsible for docking and undocking calculations and block plan and building for safe operations.
• Manages dock crew for the dock build, the haul in and out of vessels and the maintenance and repair of the dock.
• Manages assigned Dry Dock & facilities personnel.
• Responsible to maintain safety and cleanliness standards and to identify issues requiring maintenance, repair, or replacement.
• Monitor weather at all times and take appropriate action to ensure safety of personnel, dock, and vessels on dock.
• Establishes and provides training and qualifies personnel in safe equipment operations of Dry Dock & components, Mobile equipment and lifting equipment.
• Establishes plans and manages planned maintenance for all Austal San Diego facility assets within approved system/database.
• Responsible to maintain ASD equipment within maintenance periodicity.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture or related field; or 10 plus years of direct experience as a Dock Master.
• Certified Dock Master – US Navy approved Certification or Certification from commercial authority, preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Experienced in interacting with Production, Customer Representatives, and Equipment Manufacturers;
• Computer literate and familiar with standard Microsoft Office products;
• Thorough knowledge of vessel structural design;
• Thorough knowledge of vessel trim & stability calculations;
• Thorough knowledge of ship and propulsion systems;
• Knowledgeable in Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
• US Citizenship required.

TOOLS:

• Computer – MS Office, Maximo or similar maintenance software.

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• Full discretionary authority to assign work to direct staff. Works independently to deliver against aggressive deadlines. Escalates complex issues to Director of Austal San Diego as appropriate.

LIAISES WITH:

• Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer Representatives, Regulatory Bodies, and Equipment Suppliers.

COMPENSATION:

• $96,000 - $123,000

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us

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