Port Captain

Part of his main responsibilities are as follows :

• Budget Management : Ensure vessels' budgets are followed in connection with food provisions and housekeeping purchase products.
• Communication : Liaise with Captains and Crew to establish and maintain positive communication between vessel and office staff, promoting safety and well-being of seafaring personnel and property on a day-to-day basis.
• Staffing and Recruitment : Conduct thorough technical interviews of deck officer candidates, selecting suitable crew for assigned vessels.
• Pre-Deployment Briefings : Brief Masters, Officers, and crew before their assignment to vessel, ensuring they are aware of their roles and responsibilities, and clearly communicating company expectations.
• Personnel Coordination : Liaise with the Personnel Department regarding travel, crew changes, and other personnel issues in conjunction with the Vessel Master. Monitor crew overlap days.
• Requisition and Inventory Management : Ensure requisitions are sent on time, review vessel deck and catering requisitions to maintain efficient and economical inventory.
• Supply Chain Coordination : Liaise with Purchasing to ensure timely delivery of supplies, track and expedite purchase requisitions, and ensure sufficient spares are carried.
• Performance Monitoring : Closely monitor the performance of the bridge team on board, completing regular performance appraisals for the Captains.
• Performance Management : Highlight high potential candidates or underperforming crew to the Fleet Superintendent for performance issues management.
• Onboarding and Welfare : Ensure all ship staff are given appropriate hand-overs, familiarization, and that crew welfare is maintained.
• Inspections and Maintenance : Conduct regular on-board inspections (monthly), including ship’s hull, cargo spaces, deck machinery, safety equipment, etc.
• Operational Presence : Be present on board for special offshore operations as required.
• Certification and Equipment : Liaise with Operations Department and Vessel Master regarding certification, safety equipment, and lifting gear.
• Repairs and Specifications : Prepare vessel repair specifications with Engineering department.
• Compliance and Industry Standards : Ensure adherence to IMCA guidelines and industry best practices, especially regarding DP operations, equipment, and personnel.
• Equipment Readiness : Ensure DP and navigational equipment are operational at all times.

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