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Ocean Shipholdings, Inc.

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Marine Property Control Manager

Description:

  • Marine Property Control Manager

Position Purpose:

Responsible for implementation and management of the Company’s Property Control System (PCS) for Government property in its possession onboard assigned vessels managed by the Company. Maintain vessel Government issued property inventories and reports.


General Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsible for implementation and management of the Company’s Property Control System (PCS) and procedures onboard assigned vessels managed by the company

Responsible for supply, logistics, and property management functions of assigned vessels

A working knowledge of FAR 52.245-1(f)(1)

Maintain government property records and submittal of government reports as required

Conduct internal inventory property audits aboard vessels operated by the company


Experience & Education:

A minimum of 5 years experience in property management, with specific skills in life-cycle management of movable assets

Must hold certification CPPM (Certified Professional Property Manager)

Completion of 40 hours of training in life cycle management of property and moveable assets

Experience in writing and issuing procedures regarding property life cycle management

Experience in performing property control system audits and identifying ineffective or cost-prohibitive methods


Knowledge & Skills:

Individual strong expertise in a wide range of accountability based responsibilities

Excellent written and oral communications skills

Good analytical skills

Demonstrable proficiency in Microsoft Applications


Candidate is subject to a required pre-employment drug screen and random drug testing during the course of employment.

Reports to: Vice President - Operations
Position is Monday - Friday. Work hours are 7:00AM - 5:00PM Monday - Thursday and 8:00AM - 12:00PM Friday.

It is the policy of Ocean Shipholdings Inc. to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state law. In Addition, as a Federal Government contractor, Ocean Shipholdings Inc. is an affirmative action employer. Please submit resume to caz@oceanshipholdings.com.

T-AGS Program Assistant Port Engineer

Description:

  • T-AGS Program Assistant Port Engineer

Primary Function:

Assist with maintenance and overhauls (VRA & ROH) of one or more T-AGS class vessels, under the supervision and direction of a lead Port Engineer. Assist with fleet special projects such as but not limited to, TRANSALT development and cruise card execution.


Scope of Duties:

Monitoring and analyzing all appropriate aspects of ship performance. Supports and participates in the organization’s Integrated Management System documentation, implementation, maintenance, and improvement by complying with the IMS Policies and procedures and meeting IMS objectives.


Reports to:

T-AGS LCEM and T-AGS Lead Port Engineers


Subordinate Staff Directly Supervised:

N/A


Subordinate Staff Indirectly Supervised:

N/A


Limits of Authority:

As directed


Qualifications Required:

Marine Engineering degree preferred; with a minimum of two years shipboard engineering experience in ocean going vessel operations, Regulatory compliance, and vessel management.


Experience Required:

Knowledge of marine industry, minimum 2 years marine experience, either shipboard or shoreside.


Skills Required:

Proficiency in ship operations and maintenance, computer literate.


Personal Qualities Required:

Effective communicator; adept at administration of tasks involving challenging determinations.


Engineering Shore-Based Personnel Qualifications:

Assistant Port Engineers shall be identified as key billet personnel and shall be US citizens in possession of a valid U.S. passport, capable of obtaining a government issued security clearance, and shall have:

At least two (2) years’ experience in the US commercial or Government maritime industry in either a shore-side or shipboard engineering role. This experience must demonstrate the ability to effectively assist with marine engineering projects such as overhauls and other types of maintenance and repairs.

Basic practical knowledge of mechanical engineering and naval architecture principles and practices as they pertain to ocean-going ships.

Basic practical knowledge of shipboard electrical distribution systems

Familiarity with marine/mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines; and

The ability to understand overhaul requirements, and the preparation of contract work specifications and cost estimates for repair, overhaul, conversion, or construction of ocean-going ships; or a combination of education and experience that provides an equivalent level of knowledge of ship operations and maintenance management.


Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • Marine Engineering Degree
Chief Mate

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring Chief Mates
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Responsible for the administration and supervision of deck department functions; accountable for the safe handling, storage, and transporting of cargo and for the planning and administration of deck maintenance; determines stability, trim; instructs the crew in the preparation of cargo operations, and transportation of cargo; verifies and monitors the safe navigation of the vessel. Acts as Ship’s Security Officer. Overall, in charge of the Deck department.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • Chief Mate Unlimited Oceans or higher
    • Basic Training
    • VPDSD
    • Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW)
  • STCW without limitation
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • AMO member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • Medical PIC
  • Drug and Alcohol Testing
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • Small Arms
    • Watch stander basic and advanced
    • Ship Reaction Force
    • Anti-Terrorism Officer
    • CBRD - Officer
    • COMSEC Training (EKMS)
    • AR2 LAN Manager
Chief Engineer

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring Chief Engineers
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Head of the Engine department controlling the operation and maintenance of all machinery and related equipment; supervises all engine department personnel and evaluates their performances. Maintains all engine department-related files, plans, instruction manuals and inspection records. Audits the performance of the main engines and auxiliaries and documents same. Controls all vessel purchase orders, spare part requisitions, and stores requisitions and maintains files on same. Conducts safety audits; instructs and supervises the deck officers in the proper operation of all cargo and deck-related machinery. Communicates daily with ship’s Master on all aspects relating to SMS. Officer in charge of SAMM/NSE Preventive Maintenance System.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • Chief Engineer Unlimited (Diesel/Motor)
    • Basic Training
    • VPDSD
    • Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (RFPEW)
  • STCW without limitation
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • AMO member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • Small Arms
    • Watch stander basic and advanced
    • Ship Reaction Force
    • ShipClip
    • CMEO
1st Assistant Engineer

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring 1st Assistant Engineers
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Directly responsible to the Chief Engineer. Supervises the engine department personnel, both licensed and unlicensed, in their daily work assignments. In conjunction with the Chief Engineer, sets up daily work and maintenance programs, delegating such to assistant engineers and crew members as their experience dictates. Assists the Chief Engineer in setting up engine and deck work lists and maintenance records and seeing that all records are kept up to date as work is performed. As work is performed, checks that all is being done to ensure that company and industry safety guidelines are being met.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • 1st Assistant Engineer Unlimited (Diesel/Motor)
    • Basic Training
    • VPDSD
    • Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (RFPEW)
  • STCW without limitation
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • AMO member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • Small Arms
    • Watch stander basic and advanced
    • Ship Reaction Force
    • ShipClip
    • CMEO
2nd Assistant Engineer

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring 2nd Assistant Engineers
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Engine room watch stander or dayworker on unmanned certified vessels. In conjunction with the First Assistant Engineer meets daily to set up work related to equipment he/she oversees, discussing in full detail condition of said equipment. Under the direction of Chief Engineer/First Assistant, is responsible for auxiliary machinery maintenance.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • 2nd Assistant Engineer Unlimited (Diesel/Motor) or higher
    • Basic Training
    • VPDSD
    • Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (RFPEW)
  • STCW without limitation
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • AMO member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • Small Arms
    • Watch stander basic and advanced
    • Ship Reaction Force
    • CMEO
3rd Assistant Engineer

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring 3rd Assistant Engineers
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Engine room watch stander or dayworker on unmanned certified vessels. In conjunction with the First Assistant Engineer meets daily to set up work related to equipment he/she oversees, discussing in full detail condition of said equipment. Under the direction of Chief Engineer/First Assistant, is responsible for auxiliary machinery maintenance.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • 3rd Assistant Engineer Unlimited Oceans or higher
    • Basic Training
    • VPDSD
    • Rating Forming Part of an Engineering Watch (RFPEW)
  • STCW without limitation
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • AMO member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • Small Arms
    • Watch stander basic and advanced
    • Ship Reaction Force
    • CMEO
Medical Department Representative

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring Medical Department Representatives
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Provide support for Health of all embarked personnel aboard the vessel. Act as Master’s agent in all aspects of health, including health care, preventative medicine, environmental health, occupational health and medical administration. Perform Emergency Medical Procedures. Utilize Company’s medical consultation service provider as needed, Control of medication and maintenance of medical equipment onboard.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be trained as a Professional Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Hospital Corpsman with IDC Endorsement in accordance with MSC requirements, as applicable.
  • USCG MMC
    • Hospital Corpsman
    • Basic Training
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • SIU member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • Food Safety Training
    • Drug and Alcohol Testing
Radio Officer

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring Radio Officers
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Vessel’s communication officer. Responsible for Navy messaging and COMSEC material. Completes updates of the local computer network and troubleshoots all network problems. Work for and closely with the Captain and the Navy’s local area command. Maintains and calibrates all electronic and navigational equipment.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • Radio Officer or Mate
    • Basic Training
    • GMDSS Operators or at sea maintainer
    • VPDSD
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • AMO member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • COMSEC (EKMS)
    • AR2 LAN Manager
Storekeeper

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring Chief Storekeepers
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Maintains the vessel Navy Supply System requirements and inventory. Responsible for the initialization of requisitions for repair parts as directed by the Chief Engineer, requisitions of safety related items as directed by Chief Mate, and requisitions of provisions and consumables as directed by the Master.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • Basic Training
    • VPDSD
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • SIU member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • US Security Clearance
  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation
    • ShipClip
    • Supply Management
Specially Training Ordinary Seaman (STOS)

Description:

  • Ocean Ships, Inc. is hiring Specially Training Ordinary Seamen (STOS)
  • Rotation: 4 months on/off
  • Military Sealift Command (MSC) and Maritime Administration (MARAD) contract fleet of full and reduced operating status vessels.
  • Routes: International and coastal

Primary Function:

Dayworker performing the ordinary work incidental to the sailing, operation and maintenance of the vessel. Possibility of standing occasional bridge lookout and helmsman watch.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • USCG MMC
    • Ordinary Seaman
    • Basic Training
    • Rating Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (RFPNW)
  • Valid TWIC
  • US citizen with valid Passport
  • Valid USCG Medical Certificate (STCW date valid)
  • SIU member or must be willing to join
  • All documents must be valid for the duration of the hitch

Preferred Additional Qualifications

  • MSC Training
    • Damage Control
    • Environmental Awareness
    • CBRD orientation

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We encourage potential employees to contact us for additional information.

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