SUMMARY This position is the independent leader of the Marine Mechanics department for the Cape MayLewes Ferry. This position is responsible for determining the priorities for the department and determining a clear action plan to deliver on those priorities. This position manages key supervisor(s) and professional employees who themselves work to ensure that overall standards of quality and timeliness are maintained. This position has considerable discretion to determine a significant expenditures in order to deliver on the key operation priorities. This position performs leadership and management duties for the assigned employees and is responsible for project planning, personnel assignments, and budgetary control and monitoring. In the absence of the Port Engineer, the Senior Manager-Marine Mechanics may act on his/her behalf.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the day-to-day maintenance and repair of the vessels
Based on a maintenance plan, sets overall priorities and performance standards for assigned areas and assigned personnel
Proposes priorities and budgets to the Port Engineer; delivers highest quality maintenance while managing the assigned budget
Able to troubleshoot and propose courses of action for emergency repair of a variety of shipboard systems including diesel engines, generators, hydraulics, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing
Manages resources across all assigned areas or across the Authority and oversees the supervision of personnel in assigned area, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance
Seeks to balance quality and cost in all purchases required by the department; follow all Authority guidelines for purchase approvals, as well as scope development and solicitation of bids, and manages vendor relationships according to Authority guidelines
Oversees and executes annual and monthly preventative maintenance plans; directs seasonal facilities’ support activities, including off-season servicing of equipment, systems, and infrastructure
Interfaces with regulatory and government agencies, vendors, contractors, and customers on matters related to maintenance; one of Authority’s lead specialists on regulatory issues for maintenance for their area
Develops and implements systems to maintain records on equipment, inventories, and preventative maintenance activities
Oversees training (mandated and career development) for all maintenance employees and ensures compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulations
Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short- and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals
Participates in environmental and safety planning and compliance within policies and regulations to include the execution of mandated inspection processes
Provides the highest level of customer service and professionalism to all internal and external customers
REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of management principles and maintenance practices, procedures, and operations; proven success in managing a diverse work force
Detailed specialist knowledge of relevant local, state and federal regulations, and Authority protocols and procedures that impact maintenance in general and work unit in particular
Knowledge of business and financial practices related to maintenance
Ability to set clear expectations and performance standards for employees; ability to hold individuals accountable for poor performance
Supervise, develop, motivate, and train staff, by organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments in a complex and dynamic operating environment
Identify, develop, and implement strategic and tactical plans and solutions
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts such as outside vendors and contractors
Ability to read, understand, follow and enforce safety procedures
Effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated proficiency with machine shop tools including metal lathes, drill presses, brakes etc.
Ability to provide superior customer service to the people to whom we give assistance by responding in a courteous and efficient manner
Associate’s degree from an accredited institution OR appropriate equivalent experience in roles with increasing levels of responsibility
Five (5) years of experience in supervisory roles in transportation or maintenance, including direct supervision of maintenance work forces, seven (7) years preferred
Five (5) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of Fairbanks Morse Opposed Piston, Caterpillar and/or Detroit diesel engines, with marine propulsion air control systems experience preferred
Five (5) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of commercial vessel propulsion components including line shaft bearings, air compressors, hydraulic systems and other ancillary systems
Valid driver’s license
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Certifications in diesel engine repair and maintenance preferred
If you are interested in applying for this position please complete the on-line application at www.drba.net.
