Marine Barge Operations Manager

Job Summary

This pivotal leadership role requires a strategic thinker with extensive industry knowledge to ensure operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and workforce coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily tank barge operations and Tankerman activities, ensuring smooth and compliant operations.
• Ensure adherence to all Federal, State, Port, and industry regulations and operating procedures.
• Supervise Tankerman leadership personnel and operational teams, supporting hiring, training, evaluations, and PIC qualification processes.
• Cook with customer operational representatives to uphold vetting and compliance standards.
• Aid in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures.
• Participate in project reviews and operational planning initiatives.
• Ensure ongoing compliance by maintaining training, audits, and barge inspection programs.
• Support equipment maintenance, purchasing, and inventory management.
• Ensure all operational documentation and regulatory records stay up to date and compliant.
• Provide leadership, direction, and operational support to marine personnel.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational excellence.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the tank barge industry.
• At least 5 years of ship bunkering or petroleum transfer operations experience.
• USCG-issued Merchant Mariner Credential with Barge DL PIC endorsement required.
• Strong knowledge of State and Federal regulations related to petroleum transfer and marine transportation.
• Proven experience in training and evaluating marine personnel.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience working with customer vetting requirements and operational standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Valid TWIC card and driver’s license required.
• Availability during standard business hours with flexibility for after-hours, weekend, and holiday operational communications.