Degree in a related field or equivalent seagoing experience to Chief Officer level.
Minimum five years of relevant professional experience or ten years in a similar position.
Membership in NAMS Global or a comparable professional organization.
Proven technical writing and reporting skills are essential.
Valid driver’s license and Transportation Worker’s Identification Credential (TWIC) required.
Responsibilities
Coordinate work for surveyors for balanced workload and efficient assignments.
Perform marine surveys directly when required.
Facilitate timely communication with clients about assignments and reports.
Prepare and submit clear, technical final survey reports per company standards.
Develop long-term company policies and objectives in collaboration with management.
Assist in estimating potential business volumes based on various strategies.
Handle customer complaints and manage invoicing adjustments.
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and continuing education.
Involvement in formulating company policies and goals.
Dynamic work environment with exposure to various marine settings.
Participation in industry activities and client relationship management.
Strong focus on team training and safety protocols.
Full Job Description
Area Manager
Sabine Surveyors is currently seeking an Area Manager in the Houston, TX area!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for the following; other duties may be assigned as required:
Coordinating the work of staff surveyors to ensure a balanced workload, proper assignments according to experience, cross-training whenever possible, and time off when needed.
Performing marine surveys on a direct basis as needed.
Ensuring the timely flow of information to/from clients including monitoring receipt of assignments, acknowledgement of assignments to clients, and ensuring preliminary advice is prepared and submitted after completion of fieldwork.
Producing and submitting concise, technical, and grammatically correct final survey reports based on the appropriate report template in line with Company procedures and schedules and the customers' requirements.
Participating in the formulation and administration of company policies and developing long range goals and objectives.
Assisting management in developing assumptions regarding the volumes of business that could be expected under the current business plan and under alternative strategies.
Handling of customer complaints and adjustment of invoices.
Promoting company services in the marine industry including visiting clients and participating in industry activities.
Supervising on-going training to staff surveyors including monthly safety meetings.
Representing the interests of surveyors to upper management in the areas of time utilization, training, safety, compensation, benefits, and morale.
Assisting the President in the preparation of the annual budget.
Pursuing personal development through training.
Ensuring that proper PPE is maintained and worn at all times as required.
Ensuring all required equipment is calibrated and in good working order and records maintained as per our Quality and Environmental Procedures.
Obtaining proper credentials to enter terminals, docks, and job sites as appropriate, and maintain records as required by Company procedures.
Required Education & Experience:
Degree in a related field plus five (5) years of experience, or seagoing experience to Chief Officer level, or ten (10) years of experience in a similar position.
Membership in NAMS Global or a similar organization dedicated to professionalism, ethics, and continuing education within the marine industry.
Outstanding reporting and technical writing skills are a requirement.
Current valid driver's license.
Current valid Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC)
Working Conditions:
Open-air conditions such as noisy, hot, cold, wet, dusty, etc.
Must wear hearing, eye, and head protection and proper PPE.
Some climbing (40' or higher, some unprotected), bending, stooping, and lifting (50 pounds) are involved.
Working with hot and sometimes hazardous materials.
Working on marine vessels, docks, warehouses, yards, or in shipyard settings, walking over uneven surfaces.
Enter round manholes with inside diameters of 18", and other internally confined spaces.
Traverse gangways, ladders, and scaffolding at varying heights.
Examine cargo, including photographing, and accessing difficult areas.
Available/On call 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Necessary Equipment Operation:
Audio gauge equipment
Tank Safe for Entry Monitor
Life Vest
Temperature Probes
Ullage Tapes
Pitot Tube
Computer/tablet
Special Skills.:
Ability to work under deadlines and schedule pressures.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
High performance and a strong team player.
Ability to motivate surveyor/sampler workforce.
Commitment to company values, policies, and safety program.
Must be competent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams.
Employment Eligibility: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must maintain valid employment authorization throughout employment. Where applicable, employees are responsible for maintaining their required visa or immigration status in good standing.
