Job Summary
Key Lakes Inc. is currently searching for a Port Captain to join the Ship Operations Department. This is a regular full-time position and is eligible for benefits. This is an office role for someone who lives in the Duluth, Minnesota area.

The Port Captain oversees the operation, navigation, safety and related activities of the commercial fleet vessels.
Essential Functions
• Has overall management responsibility for Ship Operations including ship’s crew, marine operations, navigation, safety, statutory compliance, long range planning, policy implementation and port call activity coordination.
• Routinely communicates with vessels during operations for planning, support and in response to emerging events.
• Ensure all ships are operated in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor weather conditions, navigational charts, and port restrictions to support VMT’s safe operations.
• Develops capital and operating budgets, monitors budgets, for vessel operations.
• Oversees SIP, USCG, SQE, and GLEMBARC inspections and audits for vessel performance and compliance by various Federal agencies and regulatory bodies (Class and flag State).
• Conduct regular operational (safety/navigation/technical) inspections and audits to assure conformity to company policy, identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Supports onboard reviews and investigates/reports (CG-2692) incidents, accidents, and near-misses and implement corrective/preventive measures. Assures Class/flag State/customer reporting.
• Maintains liaison with local and federal agencies to ensure reporting, knowledge of and compliance with applicable laws and regulations affecting vessels and/or shore-based marine services.
• Participates in Regulatory and Commercial audits at the office and onboard.
• Recommends, develops and implements policies/procedures pertaining to ship management, marine personnel and vessel operation.
• Stays abreast of vessel-related technologies and advancements to ensure regulatory compliance and identify opportunities for improvement including efficiency and environmental impact.
• Maintains records of vessel utilization, structures, and regulatory and inspecting agency compliance.
• Collaborates with Purchasing and Accounting leads Marine to ensure proper financial management of all aspects of Ship Operations.
• Provide strong leadership for safety, protection of the environment and a harassment-free work environment.
• Reviews on board performance including performing evaluations of Captain, and defines needed training programs for licensed and unlicensed sea farers
• Proactively support internal quality improvement processes, including risk management, the Company Safety Team, quarterly reviews and other campaigns/projects.
• Represents the Company at industry events/forums, regulatory body hearings, insurance matters, and other meetings promoting the Company’s marine interests.
• Communicate with ship captains to provide guidance, updates, and support as needed