DescriptionA Resolve Salvage Officer is a highly experienced salvor with eight+ years of experience within the field. They are multi-talented and can supervise or lead a salvage team in complex salvage operations at the direction of the Salvage Master. The Salvage Officer reports directly to Salvage Master.
Position Responsibilities:- Assist the Salvage Master in all aspects of field operations including coordination of mobilization and de-mobilization, personnel supervision, vessel operations, salvage operations and diving operations.
- Conducts on-site surveys for prospective job opportunities and reports on the casualty / project status, assists in salvage plan creation alongside Salvage Master and Naval Architect, determines necessary salvage equipment and crew in coordination with the Salvage Master.
- Keeps the Salvage Master apprised of the material condition of all Resolve equipment. Ensures field personnel follow required preventative and routine maintenance on all equipment.
- Assists with heavy lift, dive, and wreck removal operations.
- Effectively communicates with the salvage team and Salvage Master regarding detailed work plans, job schedule, and progress of daily operations, scope changes and safety concerns.
- When not working on field projects, the Salvage Officer will be assigned to the warehouse to assist in maintenance, improvements, and special projects. He/ she will be expected to expand skills into various areas of heavy equipment operation, welding, rigging, gas/diesel mechanics, hydraulic system design and repair, etc.
- Provides and sets an example of leadership in all field assignments.
- Works with the Salvage Master and Project Manager to ensure all field projects deliver maximum customer satisfaction and profit, while avoiding costly mistakes and equipment damage
- Assist in the enforcement of all applicable US Coast Guard, OSHA, DOT, and other applicable foreign regulations depending on the location of work.
- Independently leads a team of salvors and ensures that Resolve's Safety Management System is being followed.
- Reads and understands site safety plan.
- Identifies and reports any equipment faults, other potential hazards, near misses or accidents.
- Adheres to the company HSEQ policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Maintains validity of professional certifications, licenses, and credentials required for the position.
RequirementsPosition Requirements:- 8+ years' experience in commercial diving or other maritime discipline, with at least 5+ years in the salvage industry.
- Intermediate to advanced level of rigging knowledge.
- Experience with heavy lift and wreck removal operations.
- Knowledge of commonly used salvage equipment (electric/hydraulic pumps, surface supplied dive equipment, generators, HPUs, air compressors, tooling, etc.).
- Knowledge of common salvage methodologies (e.g. marine firefighting, barge mooring operations, towing, blow down, hot tap, dewatering, pollutions response operations etc.)
- Ability to operate heavy equipment.
- Proficient with offshore operations.
- Ability to work in a high-paced, dynamic and challenging environment.
- Ability to provide innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Leadership and supervisory skills.
- Ability to work in confined spaces.
- TWIC or ability to obtain
Preferred Credentials/ Certifications/ Skills:- Government Issued ID
- Passport (if international deployment is required)
- Driver's License (highly preferred)
- First Aid, CPR, AED
- OSHA 10 Hour
- HAZWOPER 40 Hour with 8 hour annual refresher
- BOSIET with HUET
- STCW with MMC
- Rigging Certification
- Basic/Adv Firefighting Certification
- Vessel Master, Captain License
- Rope Access Certification, (ie: IRATA L1)
- Topside welding, fabrication
- Equipment Operator includes Forklift.
- Mechanical background in diesel, hydraulics, pumps, etc.
Travel Requirement:Up to 75% travel is required. If additional travel is required beyond the specified amount, based on the operational demand, you will be notified accordingly so arrangements can be made.
