Port Captain

Company Description

Are you looking for a career in the marine services industry? Look no further than Smit Lamnalco We're a leading provider of safe, reliable and customised marine services to Oil, Gas and LNG terminals as well as Port operations.

Our diverse fleet of approximately 160 modern vessels and over 2500 skilled crew and staff members serve customers worldwide. We specialise in providing marine support services tailored to the unique operational needs of our global customers in local markets.

At Smit Lamnalco, we're committed to maintaining international standards on safety and reliability to onshore and offshore operations in challenging environments. Our headquarters are located in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

**Job Description**:
Our Middle East office has an opening in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. for a

**Port Captain**

The purpose of this position is to oversee and organize efficient operations of the assigned vessels in order to deliver client services in a cost effective and safe manner. The role is reporting directly to the Contract Manager.

**Responsibilities will include**:

- Assisting Contract Manager in ensuring the safe & efficient operation of the Fleet.
- Ensuring vessel and crew compliance are valid at all times.
- Establishing and maintaining a close working relationship with the Contract Manager, TSI, Vessel Crew and Client Representatives to continuously improve service in response to customer/client feedback.
- Managing the operations and maintenance of company and client specified assets and equipment.
- Ensuring procedures covering all routine maintenance of deck and equipment are followed.
- Ensuring all operational and vessel personnel comply with Operational, SHE-Q and HR Policies and Procedures.
- Assisting with investigations and analyze causes of incidents/defects to any company assets within the contract.
- Assisting and being actively involved with implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
- Managing local office and stores as per DOC requirements.
- Acting as substitute onboard vessels as and when required.
- Continuously improving service in response to customer/client feedback.

**Qualifications**:
To be successful in this role you should have the following;
- Master STCW - 95 Unlimited Regulation II / 2 white list is required.
- Relevant marine operating experience, with sea-going experience as a Master is a must.
- A minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Master on AHTS to be considered.
- In-depth understanding and experience of marine industry and terminal operations.
- Strong managerial, administrative skills and a pro-active work approach.
- Fluent in both written and spoken English is essential.
- Experience in working with multinational and multicultural crew and staff.
- Energetic, enthusiastic, optimistic, hands-on and the ability to manage stress.
- Previous or current experience in the Middle East Region is seen as an added advantage.

Additional Information
**Employment conditions**:
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic diving professional with technical aspirations who is keen and eager to join an International Marine company. Smit Lamnalco offers a competitive Compensation & Benefit package.

The Port Captain will be based in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. This is not a rotational position.

**Smit Lamnalco** is an **Equal Opportunity Employer**. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.