Skimmer Boat Operator

simsmetalm•Jersey City, NJ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Requirements

Prior hands-on experience operating and navigating watercraft, specifically specialized equipment such as skimmer boats
Experience performing routine mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting on marine vessels and industrial equipment
Background working in highly regulated industrial or maritime environments, with a strong track record of adhering to safety and environmental protocols
Physical ability and technical knowledge to safely maneuver a skimmer boat to remove surface debris
Strong observational skills to conduct accurate daily visual assessments of water quality
Proficiency in maintaining detailed and accurate logs of daily activities and water conditions for compliance purposes
Ability to coordinate effectively with terminal operations to avoid disruption to shipping traffic
Strong communication skills to report environmental concerns or unusual conditions promptly
Solid understanding of and adherence to maritime safety protocols and local environmental regulations

Nice To Haves

Agility & Resilience: Achieves positive outcomes in a changing environment, maintains a positive attitude under pressure, and seeks growth after setbacks
Emotional Intelligence: Ability to perceive, understand, manage, and respond to emotions effectively
Quality & Continuous Improvement: Focus on improving processes and systems
Work Execution, Productivity & Technical Skills: Demonstrates the knowledge, expertise, and skills required to perform the job and applies them effectively in daily duties

Responsibilities

Operate skimmer boat equipment to remove surface debris and contaminants from waterways
Conduct daily visual water quality assessments in the Claremont Channel area
Maintain detailed logs of skimming activities and water conditions
Perform routine maintenance on skimming equipment and watercraft
Coordinate with terminal operations to ensure minimal disruption to shipping activities
Report environmental concerns or unusual conditions to management immediately
Comply with all maritime safety protocols and environmental regulations