Beach Master at Ocean Marine Solutions Limited

Job responsibilities

•  Ability to sail / maneuver vessels. Coordinate and oversee all beach operations, including the arrival, departure, and berthing of vessels, as well as the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers.
• Liaise with vessel captains, port authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient beach operations, including adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
• Willingness to sail offshore on stop-gap / salvage operations.
• Direct and supervise beach crew members, assigning duties, providing training, and ensuring compliance with operational procedures and safety regulations.
• Monitor weather conditions, tidal patterns, and other environmental factors that may impact beach operations, and implement appropriate measures to mitigate risks.
• Inspect beach facilities, equipment, and infrastructure regularly to ensure functionality and safety, coordinating maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of beach activities, including vessel movements, cargo handling, personnel / crew assignments, and safety incidents.
• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, accidents, and other incidents, implementing emergency procedures and coordinating with relevant authorities.
• Stay informed about industry developments, regulations, and best practices related to beach operations, and implement improvements as necessary.
• The Beach Master assists the Port Captain and Head, Operations in crew and harbour / jetty management to ensure vessels are crewed, operated and maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements and company standards. Issues time off to offshore crew and document crew disposition.
• The Beach Master is responsible for secure berthing of vessels at the base jetty.
• Conduct pre and post deployment sea trials of vessels in conjunction with other units as required. Understanding of vessels pre-mob expectations
• Carry out routine checks on the Navigation equipment and report the status to the Port Captain and Head, Operations.
• Supervises all day-to-day Marine operations activities within the base including harbour Operations.
• Maintains contacts with the offshore crew with a view to their availability, scheduling and deployments without undue favoritism.
• Responsible for reception, classification, storage and delivery of all portable or movable items onboard or dispatched to/from the port. This he has to do in liaison with Supply Chain, QHSSE and Engineering.
• Inspect vessels to ensure seaworthy conditions, follow up maintenance, and repairs activities to correct deficiencies after sea trials.
• Responsible for supervisions at all phases of deck operations at the base, and ship husbandry (vessels cleaning, painting and housekeeping).
• Liaise with the Port Captain and Head, Operations for Government Security Forces and their accessories mobility on and off OMS Boats (pre and post deployment).
• Liaise with the QHSSE Department and assist in the implementation of all Maritime Codes, IMO regulations, ISM Code and vessels inspections.
• Performs any duty assigned by the Port Captain and/or Head, Operations.

Educational Qualifications, Certifications and Experience:

Educational Qualifications:

• Chief Mate/ Master Certificate of Competency.
• B.Sc. / Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science or Associate certificate from NIMASA approved Maritime Institute.
• STCW mandatory Certificate.
• SSCE/First Leaving School Certificate.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in a Maritime, Oil and Gas Company either as a former seagoing Captain or Beach / Harbour Master.
• Ability to sail / maneuver vessels. Willingness to sail offshore on stop-gap basis / salvage operations.
• Understanding and previous experience in the implementation of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001 and 45001 will be an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Ship command and control.
• Ship handling and Maneuvering.
• Harbour operations’ Planning and scheduling.
• Document Management.
• Marine Communication.
• Shipboard Management.
• IT Appreciation & Application .
• Initiative / Judgement.
• Analytical Thinking.
• Operations report writing.