- Experience in marine or oil industry operations environment or equivalent industry experience with strong safety culture,
- Broad knowledge of Federal Regulations, including 46 CFR Subchapter M – Towing Vessels, and other relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
- Knowledge of Safety Management Systems (HELM), how to navigate and utilize the system to access procedures, compliance records, operational requirements, and other regulatory documentation.
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to write reports.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to travel to ports, fleets, docks, terminals, and other operational sites as needed to perform job duties.
- Must maintain independence and objectivity from the areas being audited.
Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED).
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
Minimum one (1) to two (2) years of marine, oil and gas, HSQE, compliance, auditing, or operational experience.
Internal Survey Requirements:
- Four (4) years of experience working on towing boats as master, mate
(pilot), or engineering; OR - Other relevant experience such as USCG marine inspector, military
personnel with relevant maritime experience, marine surveyor,
accredited marine surveyor, experience on boats of similar operating
and physical characteristics.
Special Requirements:
- TWIC required.
- Complete a recognized third-party training program for quality or safety system auditors such as an ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001-2000 or ISO 9001:2008E or CG-recognized equivalent.
Physical Activities & Requirements:
- Frequent standing, walking, climbing, balancing, reaching, and use of hands for inspection, documentation, and operational activities.
- Ability to work aboard vessels and in marine facilities, including navigating stairs, ladders, gangways, and uneven surfaces.
- Requires visual and auditory acuity for inspections, audits, communication, and hazard recognition.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 20 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, and work in restricted spaces as needed.
- Frequent use of computers, mobile devices, and standard office equipment to prepare reports, maintain records, and manage audit documentation.
Working Conditions:
- Travel required to vessels, terminals, and shipyards for audits, inspections, and surveys.
- Work performed in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, humidity, and wind.
- Frequent work in outdoor marine and industrial environments, including docks, terminals, shipyards, fleets, and waterfront facilities.
- Exposure to vessel operations, moving equipment, heavy machinery, marine traffic, and other hazardous physical conditions.
- Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, gases, noise, vibration, and varying lighting conditions common in maritime and industrial settings.
- Regular walking, climbing, and working in confined or restricted spaces aboard vessels, barges, docks, and shipyard facilities.
- Ability to work safely in dynamic maritime environments while adhering to all safety, environmental, and compliance requirements.