Maritime Operations Director

5 days ago

Seattle, Washington, United States UnCruise Adventures Full time

At UnCruise Adventures, we are seeking a seasoned professional to fill the role of Maritime Operations Director. This position plays a pivotal part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our fleet of adventure passenger vessels.

We operate primarily in Alaska itineraries, requiring exceptional leadership, operational expertise, and a deep commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will ensure seamless collaboration between vessel crews, shoreside teams, and regulatory bodies, driving operational excellence and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

This is an exempt, full-time position based in Seattle, WA, or Juneau, Alaska, and requires regular on-site presence. We offer competitive compensation with an estimated salary range of $85,000 - $120,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operational Excellence:
    • Oversee day-to-day operations of assigned vessels, ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and maritime best practices.
    • Monitor and maintain safety standards, addressing operational challenges proactively.
    • Collaborate with the Director of Nautical Operations to optimize itineraries, vessel logistics, and passenger experience.
  • Management and Leadership:
    • Lead and mentor vessel captains and crew to promote a positive, safety-focused culture.
    • Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to the onboard leadership team.
    • Coordinate crew schedules, ensuring adequate staffing levels and adherence to rest-hour regulations.
    • In conjunction with the Director of Nautical Operations, provides expertise and support on development of onboard training resources and references and selects policies, procedures, and reference materials for improvement which include but are not limited to small boat training, deck assessments, watch officer assessments, familiarizations, navigation equipment and procedure management.
    • Maintains active knowledge of deck personnel job performance, as well as review of onboard performance evaluations. Working with Vessel Captains to ensure employee files are up to date.
    • Attend the vessels regularly and provides watch standing and operational training and support to mates and captains when needed - potentially serving as pilot or trainer on board.
  • Preventative Maintenance:
    • Partner with the port engineering team to ensure preventative maintenance plans are executed effectively.
    • Participate in vessel inspections and audits, identifying and addressing potential issues before they impact operations.
    • In coordination with the Safety Manager, reviews and responds as appropriate to all deck related Preventative Maintenance Program (PMP) items due and filed in the HELM system, the company's PMP software database.
    • Review and manage maintenance documentation, ensuring timely completion of required repairs and updates.
  • Compliance and Regulatory Oversight:
    • Maintain vessel compliance with USCG, SOLAS, and other relevant maritime regulations.
    • Communicate with Flag, Classification Society and other Agency representatives as needed for the Safari Voyager – will work in concert with the Safety Department.
    • Manage the upkeep and recordkeeping associated with ship's certificates for Safari Voyager, and domestic fleet for IRS, SKAN, FDA, ADEC, USCG.
    • Stay current on industry standards and implement changes as necessary to maintain compliance.
Qualifications:
  • Current USCG 100-Ton Master's License with recent experience on passenger vessels, preferably adventure-focused operations in Alaska.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a leadership role in the maritime industry, with strong operational and management skills.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations, safety management systems, and preventative maintenance programs.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster teamwork and resolve conflicts.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with HELM or similar fleet management systems is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 25% of the time to support vessel operations, inspections, and crew training.
Benefits:
  • Cruise Benefit: Explore the world as our guests do: employees receive one complimentary cruise for two people every year, after each year of employment.
  • Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and flexible spending account options.
  • 401k: Employees are eligible after 6 months of employment with an employer match.
  • Time off: Enjoy ten company-paid holidays annually. Earn paid vacation and sick time throughout the year, and qualify for more vacation days as you gain tenure.
  • Give Back to the Community: Make a difference by volunteering for non-profit and community organizations that you choose using two company-paid VTO (volunteer time off) days each year.
  • Eco-Commute: When you commute to work without the use of a single-occupancy motorized vehicle you will receive a daily stipend. You can carpool, walk, bike, take the bus, or kayak.
  • Free Parking: Employees park for free at our Seattle office on days they commute by car.
  • Housing: This position qualifies for onboard housing, on one of the company ships, while moored at Fishermen's Terminal from mid-September to early May.

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