Port Captain - Pierce County Ferry

Job Description

Hornblower Group is a global leader in experiences and transportation. Spanning a 100-year history, Hornblower Group's portfolio of international offerings includes water-based experiences (dining and sightseeing cruises), land-based experiences (walking and food tours) and ferry and transportation services. City Experiences, Hornblower Group's premier experience division, offers land- and water-based experiences as well as ferry and transportation services. Hornblower Group's subsidiaries include Hornblower Marine, which provides vessel outhaul and maintenance services at Bridgeport Boatworks in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and Seaward Services, Inc.,

a marine services company specializing in the operation, maintenance and repair of government and privately owned vessels. Additionally, Anchor Operating System, LLC, a Hornblower Group subsidiary and independent entity, provides reservation, ticketing and website integration services for clients in the transportation, tourism and entertainment industries. Today, Hornblower Group's global portfolio covers over 10 countries, over 50 U.S. cities and serves more than 20 million guests annually.

Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Hornblower Group's additional corporate offices reside in San Francisco, California;
Boston, Massachusetts;
Chicago, Illinois;
London, United Kingdom;
New York, New York;
Dublin, Ireland; and across Ontario, Canada. For more information, visit

The Port Captain is responsible for supervising the vessel Masters and overseeing project safety, training and regulatory compliance programs. This position reviews and approves purchase requisitions, attends client meetings, and provides back-up support to the General Manager. The Port Captain must be willing and able to operate project vessels when needed.

10% annual bonus potential

• Remain true to and champion the Company's Core Values and Code of Conduct.
• Safety First - Safety shall remain the highest priority at all times. Be an active advocate of, and participant in, the HMS Safety Culture.
• Consider reliability and efficiency with regard to Company operations.
• Ensure vessel(s) is operated within all pertinent laws, regulations and guidelines mandated by federal, state or local agencies as well as the dictates of prudent marine practice.
• Ensure safety of guests and fellow-workers is maximized through careful and vigorous administration and enforcement of safety policies and guidelines.
• Demonstrate practical knowledge of all phases of shipboard safety procedures and knowledge of location and use of all firefighting and safety equipment (i.e. fire extinguishers, life preservers, work vest).
• Use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Handle and dispose of all chemicals and other types of hazardous or caustic materials in compliance with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) (as required).
• Report safety related concerns.
• Fulfill the task of Master/Mate as required
• Hire, train, discipline and manage the day-to-day activities of the members of the marine department.
• Manage and maintain the crew schedule.
• Manage the departmental budget ensuring that all spending is conscious, careful and focused.
• Assist in managing the day-to-day maintenance of the vessel(s) such that the highest standard for readiness, reliability, safety and cosmetic appeal is attained within the bounds of our resources and constraints.
• Lead officers and crew to a high level of performance and productivity while maintaining the authority to critique, evaluate and discipline.
• Ensure that the policies of the Company and its client are understood by, valued and followed by officers and crew.
• Enter into frequent and searching dialogues with all levels of crew to gain perception of crew morale and current issues; ensure this position is accessible and a source of fair decisions.
• Develop strong relationships with appropriate members of client staff and represent HMS as helpful, cooperative and proactive members of the larger organization
• Participate in HMSGM internal meetings, seminars, conference calls and other functions as required.
• Complete required administrative forms clearly and accurately, including Accident/Incident Reports and any/all other required HR forms/processes.
• Seek the highest levels of quality and professionalism.
• Work to achieve the highest levels of performance and productivity.
• Seek continuous improvement.
• Understand and comply with the Safety Management System (SMS).
• Understand and comply with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain Crew Qualification binder.
• Collaborate with other HMS personnel to remain attentive to regulatory requirements and alert to regulatory changes.
• Assist Master in ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Assist Master in ensuring vessel is in an inspection-ready condition at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel for meetings, conferences, training, and…