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Company: BBC (USA), LP

Ship operating company is looking for sea-going individual who is interest- ed in becoming a Port Captain. Training will be provided for individuals who show the desire and capabilities of handling the position. Our company is involved with operating general cargo and heavy lift ships worldwide and therefore very involved in International business. We have an excellent work environment, benefits, and a very progressive management style.

Job description:

Primary responsibility of a Port Captain is to provide technical expertise in regards to designing stowage plans for breakbulk, project, and/or gen- eral cargoes for heavy lift vessels and attend vessel loading/discharge when needed. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Maintain communications between the employer and the master and crew of the vessel in order to ascertain status of cargo carried Maintain communications with stevedores in order to ensure that cargo is loaded, stowed, lashed and secured according to stowage plan(s) or that cargo is discharged in a safe and professional manner Liaise and communicate with operations department of employer and with agents to ensure smooth cargo operations Assist in preparation of documentation as required by the applicable local, state, national, and international regulations, laws, and/or treaties Create cargo plans for inland and multimodal transportation when required Assist in other duties as requested

Qualifications: Licensed Deck Officer Minimum of two years of sea-going experience Creative problem solver Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Familiar with AutoSketch and other computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred Willingness to travel

Additional Information:

Position Type: Full time, Employee

Salary: Commensurate with skills and experience

Location: Houston

Contact information:

Leslie Cole

BBC (USA), LP 6575 West Loop South, Suite 110

Bellaire, Texas 77401 [email protected] FAX: (713) 668-4160

Job Title: Port Captain

Florida-based Ship Mgmt. Company has immediate full-time opening for HSEQ Mgr. Responsible for maintaining

Company's ISM, Safety & ISO Quality systems; monitoring and reporting on fleet's HSE performance & liaising with ves- sel charters; developing HSE information systems, incl con- trol of HSE statistics; monitoring & auditing safety of vessel operations; reviewing related legislation, ensuring practical application to Fleet; monitoring KPI's & developing proce- dures for improvement in the system to match changing

Industry standards. Min. req., Master's License, 5 yrs sailing experience as Master on Tankers & PSV's. Five years expe- rience in office environment in key ISM-ISO-related role or as

Lead Auditor. Will report to Fleet Mgr. Excellent comprehen- sive non-contributory benefits pkg offered. Salary commen- surate with experience. Qualified candidates submit Resume to [email protected]

HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT &

QUALITY MANAGER

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