OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Berthing Manager for our major client located in Immingham. This is a full-time permanent position.
Key Responsibilities
1. Berthing Planning & Coordination
* Planning Vessel Movements: Develop detailed berthing plans for incoming and outgoing vessels, ensuring coordination between vessels and other site operations.
* Scheduling: Ensure that docking schedules are optimised for the construction project needs, minimising delays and maximising efficiency.
* Space Management: Determine available berthing space for various types of vessels, including construction barges, supply vessels, and storage and laydown areas at Henderson Dry Dock Facility.
* Resource Allocation: Ensure the availability of necessary resources, including tugboats, mooring lines, and pilots, for each vessel s docking and undocking.
2. Safety Management
* Safety Compliance: Ensure that all berthing operations comply with local, national, and international safety regulations and environmental standards.
* Risk Assessments: Conduct risk assessments for docking and undocking operations, identifying potential hazards and mitigating them.
* Emergency Preparedness: Implement emergency response procedures for incidents such as vessel collisions, oil spills, or fire hazards. Loading and unloading of barges and vessels, what to do in an emergency.
* Safety Training: Oversee the training of personnel involved in berthing operations to ensure they understand safety protocols, including those for hazardous weather conditions.
3. Communication & Stakeholder Management
* Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between the construction team, vessel operators, port authorities, tug operators, and other stakeholders.
* Coordination with Port Authorities: Maintain continuous communication with port authorities and regulatory bodies to ensure that berthing operations align with all maritime regulations.
* Crew & Personnel Communication: Ensure clear and continuous communication between ship crews, tug crews, and the on-site construction team regarding vessel movements and docking schedules.
* Logistics Support: Work with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to the construction site via vessels.
4. Operational Oversight
* Docking Procedures: Supervise the docking and undocking processes, ensuring that all procedures are executed safely and efficiently.
* Mooring Management: Oversee the proper mooring of vessels, ensuring they are securely tied to the dock or berth without risk of drifting or damage, especially during the enlightenment process.
* Vessel Positioning: Ensure that vessels are positioned correctly for loading, unloading, and maintenance work, considering factors like tide, weather conditions, and water depth.
5. Equipment & Infrastructure Management
* Facility Maintenance: Ensure that all berthing facilities, such as piers, docks, and fenders, are in good condition and ready for use by incoming vessels.
* Vessel Handling Equipment: Oversee the operation and maintenance of equipment used for handling vessels (e.g., cranes, mooring winches, tugs, or pilot boats).
6. Environmental Management
* Environmental Compliance: Ensure that berthing operations do not cause harm to the marine environment, and adhere to environmental regulations regarding water quality, emissions, and waste disposal.
* Pollution Prevention: Implement strategies to prevent pollution (oil spills, sewage, trash) from vessels during berthing, and manage waste disposal effectively.
* Monitoring Marine Life: In some projects, this might include monitoring the impact of construction activities on local marine life, particularly if the project is near environmentally sensitive areas.
7. Monitoring and Reporting
* Progress Tracking: Monitor berthing operations to ensure that vessels are arriving and departing according to schedule, providing reports on any delays or issues.
* Performance Metrics: Maintain records of berthing activities, including the number of vessels docked, cargo unloaded, and any issues encountered, to track the efficiency and safety of operations.
* Incident Reporting: Document and report any accidents, near misses, or safety incidents during berthing activities, conducting investigations when necessary.
8. Weather & Tide Management
* Weather Monitoring: Continuously monitor weather conditions and tides, adjusting berthing plans as needed to accommodate adverse conditions (storms, strong winds, etc.).
* Tidal Considerations: Coordinate with local marine authorities and weather agencies to ensure that tides are favourable for docking and undocking activities.
9. Documentation and Compliance
* Permitting: Ensure that all required permits and approvals for berthing operations are in place and up to date.
* Regulatory Compliance: Maintain awareness of relevant maritime regulations and ensure that all operations comply with them, including but not limited to the CEMP, VMP, DMP and DCO.
Technical Skills and Competencies
* Maritime Knowledge: Strong understanding of marine operations, including knowledge of port logistics, vessel handling, and mooring systems.
* Project Management: Ability to oversee complex operations and coordinate multiple stakeholders involved in the berthing process.
* Leadership and Teamwork: Experience in leading a team of harbour personnel, dockmasters, and vessel crews.
* Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve conflicts or issues that arise during berthing operations, particularly under challenging conditions.
* Have excellent communication skills (including presentation skills) in English, both written and verbal, management and organisational skills.
* Ability to plan ahead, manage the work time frames and report to Project level.
* A good working knowledge of the Health and Safety regulations and other relevant legislation.
* Excellent organisation and people management/ team building skills.
* Have a working understanding of NEC form of contract.
Qualifications, Certifications and Experience
* SMSTS qualification.
* CSCS Card.
* Previous experience in berthing or similar role.
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