Chief Mate

Hornblower•Norfolk, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Mate supervises the Deck department and is responsible to the Master for safe stowage of equipment aboard, cargo planning, loading, stowage and discharge, and maintaining the ship in a safe and stable condition. The role prepares Deck department repair lists, ensures hull, superstructure, and equipment repairs are completed, and inspects repairs performed by non-organic maintenance personnel. The Chief Mate serves as the person in charge of the emergency response team and as training officer for ship replenishment, emergencies, and safe navigational practices. As damage control officer, the Chief Mate prepares station bills and maintains fire detection systems, firefighting equipment, and lifesaving apparatus. As security officer, the role oversees force protection, physical security of government property, and security awareness for classified documents and materials. As safety officer, the Chief Mate conducts Deck department safety meetings, reports on safety items and recommendations, maintains a safety library, and advises personnel and department heads on current safety procedures and developments. This is a casual/relief position aboard TSVRON vessels. Overtime is estimated at 44 hours per week underway. The posting states 8 hours per day in port and 12 hours per day underway.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet U.S. Coast Guard license/certificate requirements: Mate Between 500GT and 3000GT; OICNW; Able Seafarer-Deck; RFPNW; PSC; Medical Care Provider; ADV FF; Basic Training; GMDSS Operator; ECDIS; and VSO.
Active SECRET clearance.
Valid United States passport.
Ability to acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Ability to acquire and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office and shipboard monitoring and maintenance software.
Demonstrated management and administrative skills.
Ability to plan, organize, and complete assignments logically and independently.
Ability to use independent judgment and discretion to develop and execute innovative solutions to engineering problems.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to maintain quality working relationships with employees and the public.
Ability to establish and execute complex oral and written instructions, apply guidelines to varying situations, and perform multiple functions in a distracting environment.
Ability to plan and organize work and meet rigid schedules and demanding timelines.
Technical and organizational skills.
Thorough understanding of pertinent regulations and laws.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Successfully complete a pre-employment background check.
Submit to and pass alcohol and drug testing as mandated by the USCG, including pre-employment, random, and post-accident testing.

Responsibilities

Supervise actions of the Deck department.
Ensure safe stowage of all equipment loaded aboard and oversee proper planning, loading, stowage, and discharge of cargo.
Maintain the ship in a safe and stable condition.
Prepare and submit Deck department repair lists; ensure repairs to the hull, superstructure, and equipment are completed; inspect repairs made by non-organic maintenance personnel.
Serve as person in charge of the emergency response team.
Train personnel in ship replenishment, emergency duties, and safe navigational practices.
Serve as damage control officer; prepare station bills and maintain fire detection systems, firefighting equipment, and lifesaving apparatus.
Serve as security officer for force protection, physical security of government property, and security awareness for classified documents and materials.
Serve as safety officer; conduct Deck department safety meetings, present progress reports and recommendations, maintain a safety library, and advise personnel and department heads on current safety procedures and developments.
Direct crew actions in operating vessel weight-handling equipment, anchor tackle, and small boats.
Assign departmental call-out duties such as painting, cleaning, and greasing.
Stand navigation watch as assigned according to operational requirements.
Be qualified or certified in crane operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.