Port Engineer

Port Engineer - Pierce County Ferry

Pay rate:  $110,000 annually + Full Time benefits

Position Summary:

This position is ideal for an experienced marine engineering professional looking to lead vessel maintenance operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational excellence.

The successful candidate is a proactive maritime engineering leader with strong technical expertise, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to safety. They can effectively manage multiple priorities, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Remain true to and champion the Company’s Core Values and Code of Conduct

Safety First – Safety shall remain the highest priority at all times. Be an active advocate of, and participant in, the HMS Safety Culture

Consider reliability and efficiency with regard to Company operations

Ensure vessel(s) is operated within all pertinent laws, regulations and guidelines mandated by federal, state or local agencies as well as the dictates of prudent marine practice

Ensure safety of guests and fellow-workers is maximized through careful and vigorous administration and enforcement of safety policies and guidelines

Demonstrate practical knowledge of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers, life preservers, work vest).

Use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) (as required).

Report safety related concerns

Implement and monitor the client provided Preventative Maintenance Program 

Know and utilize the Company SMS (Safety Management System). Ensure that engineer qualified deck hands do as well.

Periodically inspect machinery spaces for cleanliness, environmental, safety and health deficiencies

Monitor the completion of maintenance and repair tasks by Company personnel and outside contractors

Continually evaluate engineering personnel proficiency and provide instructions/guidance for areas of Encourage and monitor shipboard engineering staff for career advancement.

Investigate machinery casualties to determine Where appropriate, incorporate findings in engineering and machinery procedures.

Lead and motivate shipboard crew and personnel to perform their duties with professionalism, accuracy and enthusiasm

Monitor uniform standards of maintenance personnel and shipboard crew

Assist with candidate sourcing, interviewing, hiring and orientation of crew designated to work in the machinery spaces

Know and adhere to the contents of the Employee Handbook and adhere to those requirements

Develop and promote engineering management systems at the project site

Support and maintain consistency among engineering training programs at the project site and throughout the Company

Ensure engineering training and drills are conducted in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements and best management practices

Conduct appropriate testing and trend analysis

Assist other project site managers to ensure vessels and facilities are in compliance with applicable regulations and all inspections and certificates are current and available for inspection 

Provide guidance and assistance in the vessel overhaul process, to include: project planning, definition of work, assistance with technical specifications, definitions of ship’s force projects, and assist with materials/vendor sourcing.

Work with regulatory bodies during drills and inspections

Develop positive working relationships with the client, vendors, contractors and regulatory agencies

Develop and manage work orders in HELM and issue maintenance and repair assignments.

Maintain machinery history 

Develop and maintain standards for engineering logs and vessel maintenance records

Assist with budget development and responsible for M&R expenditures, cost control and budget tracking

Communicate deficiencies of environmental, safety and health to the General Manager and Vessel Master

Monitor corrective actions until complete

Perform other duties as assigned.

Travel for meetings, conferences, training, and operational support as requested

 Requirements & Qualifications:

HS Diploma

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent of experience, from an accredited institution preferred

U.S.C.G. license endorsed as C/E Unlimited Horsepower or equivalent industry experience

Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC Card), and/or ability to obtain and maintain

Valid First Aid/CPR Certification, and/or ability to obtain and maintain

Valid Driver’s License

Copy of DD214, if Veteran status

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Ability to effectively interact with the passengers, guests, and fellow employees.

Ability to work in fast-paced, quickly-changing environment

Ability to use independent judgment and discretion to develop and execute innovative solutions to crew management and morale issues

Demonstrated ability to bring increased value to task through efficiencies and cost-control

Computer proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

10 years’ experience in the passenger vessel industry demonstrating the ability to handle growing levels of responsibility

3 years’ experience as Senior Engineer or above on large passenger vessels or equivalent experience

Specific training and experience in management of major on-board systems by type and brand

Excellent career record in marine industry.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

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Hornblower will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with fair chance or other applicable laws and regulations.