Ops Supervisor

Overview:
The Charter Operations Supervisor will be responsible for the management and vetting of the third part charter companies, designated as Category C in the Kirby SMS.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop relationships with the Category C charter companies and fleet operators.
- Manage the vetting of the Category C companies, including:

- The Administration of the annual questionnaire and follow-up meeting.
- Conduct the office visit and audits on each vessel every three years.
- Complete vessel audits.
- Coordinate with the company to complete and approve investigations following incidents.
- Travel to the company offices and sites will be required to facilitate the required audits and visits.
- Develop an audit plan, to ensure the required audits, visits, and questionnaires remain current and are kept up to date.
- Influence the performance of Category C companies through the sharing of best practices during audits, visits, and investigations.
- Coordinate with the Kirby Insurance Coordinator maintain the required COIs.
- Populate and maintain data within the tracking database, to clearly communicate the status of each company.
- Complete initial research and establish contact with potential new companies, as assigned, based on need and location.
- Participate in the monthly and quarterly meetings, including the presentations to the group.
- Participate in committees as assigned.
- Maintain a safety focus, exhibiting Stop Work Responsibility when needed.
- All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Organized, detail-oriented and accurate.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Oasis).
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with both Internal as well as External Customers.
- Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgment.
- Ability to operate a company motor vehicle. Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Presentation and training skills.

**Education/ Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 1 years’ experience in the marine industry preferred.

**Working Conditions**:
Standard hours / office conditions / On-Call responsibilities