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Employment/Recruitment • wwwMaritimeJobs.com

Overseeing, functionality and control of QS systems and processes

Document oversight and control

Record oversight and control

Schedule and conduct internal/external audits

Arranging, coordinating and participating in

QS Management Review meetings

Facilitating and participating in Safety train- ing and meetings

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Extensive knowledge of the oil transporta- tion and maritime industry.

Ability to deal with others using courtesy, tact, and good judgment.

Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive communications.

Ability to understand and execute complex oral and written instructions.

Ability to work independently with minimal or no guidance.

Ability to get along with office staff and ves- sel crewmembers.

Must be physically fit enough to board barges and tugs.

Must be able to read, speak, write, type, and understand English in person and over the telephone.

Must possess a valid state drivers' license.

Must pass a pre-employment drug & alco- hol screening.

EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY USED:

Required to board tugs and barges.

JOB CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:

Frequently required to board tugs, barges, and ships, at dock or at anchor at all hours.

Perform related duties as assigned by the

VP of QSE

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Experience in maintaining tugs and barges a plus.

EDUCATION / TRAINING:

Merchant Mariner's Document/Credential

TWIC card

HAZWOPER training.

First Aid and CPR training.

Human Resources

Harley Marine Services 910 SW Spokane Street

Seattle WA 98134 USA

Fax: 206-428-7194

Email: [email protected]

Web: http://harleymarine.com/jobs.html

Project Manager - New Ship Build

Job Location: USA, Houma

RiverHawk Fast Sea Frames, LLC

Project Manager - New Ship Build

The Company

RiverHawk Fast Sea Frames, LLC (RHFSF) is a Small Business headquartered in

Tampa, Florida, with shipbuilding activities in Florida, Georgia and Louisiana. RHFSF was established to respond to U.S. and international demands for modern, medi- um-to-high speed vessels for critical mar- itime security missions. The Company is distinguished by 1) the depth of technical and operational experience of its leader- ship team, and by 2) its unique approach to shipbuilding, which leverages these indus- try patents, proprietary processes and commercial technologies to reduce life- cycle costs and improve performance.

RHFSF is registered with the Department of

State, the Small Business Administration, and is listed with Dunn and Bradstreet. It holds numerous marketing licenses for overseas clients.

RHFSF is currently under contract with the

U.S. Navy Sea Systems Command to pro- vide 90 Meter Offshore Support Vessels to the Government of Iraq. This contract is valued in excess of $70 Million. RHFSF also has a 145’ Offshore Patrol Vessel under construction.

RHFSF is seeking a Project Manager for our dynamic team!

The Position

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for all facets of project management and execution of the construction of (2) OSV’s for NAVSEA to be provided to the

Government of Iraqi. In this key leadership position, the PM will be the primary liaison between RHFSF, NAVSEA, building yards, vendors and suppliers requiring a proactive work environment while overseeing vessel construction.

This position will have direct reports and will be based in Houma, LA.

Essential Job Functions •Primary role in contract negotiations for shipyard and vendors. •Manage, lead and oversee all aspects of daily operations and all facets of project execution including maintaining quality standards, cost effectiveness and time management ensuring project is on time and within budget. •Analyze and validates project estimates. •Conduct formal and informal assess- ments and evaluations of project perform- ance through the independent analysis and interpretation of objective and subjective evidence using various techniques.

Prepare and present project performance reports to management. •Analyze variances and recommend appro- priate corrective action to management.

Track progress and exercise judgment in determining matters of significance and scale appropriately. •Responsible for facilitating interface between Supships and Shipyard. •Participate in the logistics requirements of project. •Accountable for adherence to company policies and procedures, contractual requirements and expectations. •Develop and maintain good relationships with all project stakeholders. •Review and interpret designs, drawings & specifications. Recommend changes to the plans and specifications to meet actual vessel conditions; consults with all stake- holders as necessary. •Implement and manage to acceptable construction practices. •Utilize best practices for inspecting and testing materials used in vessel construc- tion projects. •As requested review vessel project pro- posals; analyze outlining parameters of a project; review all planning data; prepare cost estimates, evaluate scheduling and practical engineering feasibility. •Apply knowledge of marine engineering principles as applicable to the design and construction of ships and ship systems. •Assess/Manage project risks and oppor- tunities.

The Candidate

Required Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Education •Degree in Mechanical/Marine

Engineering/Shipbuilding and Offshore

Engineering or Naval Architecture •Minimum 10 years relevant experience in project management in shipbuilding or marine industry is a must •Proven competencies in project manage- ment •Ability to review and interpret designs, drawings & specifications •Must have leadership & hands on experi- ence in new ship construction •Knowledge of Navsea and SUPSHIP processes •Experience with ABS and shipyard processes •Working knowledge of Microsoft Project •Excellent communication skills •Excellent problem solving ability and deci- sion making skills •Ability to build a strong team

To Apply

Please send a resume, cover letter and

SALARY REQUIREMENTS (REQUIRED or application will not be considered), with “Project Manager” in subject line and email to [email protected] as soon as possible but no later than May 7, 2010. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Competitive compensation and benefits.

RiverHawk Fast Sea Frames, LLC is com- mitted to diversity in their workforce and is operating under an Affirmative Action

Program (AAP) that provides equal oppor- tunities to qualified employees and prospective employees without regard to age, race, color, religion, pregnancy, sex, national origin, veteran status, uniformed status, physical or mental disability, or other protected characteristics.

Jeanette Anderson

RiverHawk Fast Sea Frames

Houma LA

Email: [email protected]

Dispersant Operations and Logistics

Supervisor

Job Location: USA, Herndon

The Dispersant Manager is responsible for overall technical, operational and financial oversight of the Dispersant Program.

Essential elements of the position include:

Familiarization and understanding of MSRC customer relationships and requirements as they pertain to dispersants; meeting with MSRC’s major dispersant customers is essential. Familiarization and understand- ing of all current and future aerial disper- sant and other air service contracts, to include knowledge of applicable FAA requirements. Familiarization and under- standing of aerial and shipboard dispersant operations, including time and dispersant quantity requirements, location of disper- sant stockpiles and over-the-road and aeri- al transportation contractors and their capabilities. Experience with Federal and

State requirements, regarding dispersant application and implementing when called out. Learning and upkeep of the

MPA/MSRC dispersant budget. Preparing future annual budgets, with up to 5 years projections. Participating on-scene for all customer call-outs and exercises.

Knowledge of proposed USCG Dispersant regulations and transitioning to meet these requirements once the regulations are implemented. Development and manage- ment of other dispersant related items as directed by the Technical Services

Manager.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an Environmental field or equivalent, and at least 8 years of experi- ence in environmental protection or indus- trial hygiene in industry or government

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