Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is hiring for a Dock Master position in our Jacksonville, FL, Corporate location. This position is ideal for a mechanically skilled, hands-on professional who thrives in a dynamic waterfront environment and excels at coordinating complex operational activities.

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America

Fincantieri Marine Systems North America, Inc. (FMSNA) is a subsidiary of Fincantieri S.p.A. with a mission to build, repair, and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service, and defend our nation and the world. Fincantieri offers rewarding careers to more than 20,000 employees across 4 continents within 20 shipyards. We are a world leader and shipbuilder of choice, constantly evolving to meet global megatrends in tourism, energy, and defense through innovative and competitive maritime solutions.

Position Summary

The position is responsible for leading docking evolutions, overseeing maintenance and certification programs, conducting vessel displacement analysis, developing docking and blocking plans, and coordinating waterfront personnel and equipment to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations, with direct management/supervision of assigned employees.

Domestic and international travel may be required.

Essential Functions

o Direct and manage dry dock and Marine Travel Lift operations, including flooding and pumping evolutions, vessel positioning, displacement verification, lift operations, and coordination of docking crews, tugs, and waterfront services to ensure safe and efficient vessel movements.

o Oversee inspection, maintenance, and certification compliance of floating dry dock assets, machinery, tanks, valves, and pumps, including management and documentation of the Waterfront Preventative Maintenance Program.

o Develop and execute docking plans, including calculating vessel displacement, reviewing prints and lines plans, designing block layouts, supervising block construction and setting, and coordinating with Engineering to establish blocking and pumping sequences.

o Maintain accurate operational records and ensure effective communication, including logging docking/undocking events, drafts, and pumping sequences; issuing call orders; participating in docking conferences; and communicating technical information clearly with crews, customers, and towing operators.

o Other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

· Must have experience using time and attendance tracking software

· Must possess strong mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, with the ability to apply calculations in operational settings

· Must have working knowledge of applicable maritime standards, including ABS, USCG, NEC, and IEEE 45 requirements

· Must have strong Microsoft Office Suite computer skills

· Must have strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills

· Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor

· Must adhere to ISO and OSHA policies established by FMSNA and have high values for safety awareness

· Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; employee recognition and discipline; resolving employee concerns; and developing employees with the skills, competencies, and values needed to achieve Company goals.

Education and Experience

· High School Diploma required, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

· 5 Years of ­shipbuilding with docking crew experience required. 3 years of managing docking operations and Knowledge of familiarity with NAVSEA docking requirements experience preferred.

· Have or are willing to obtain military base access (DBIDS) required; marine travel lift certification and NAVSEA Dock Master certification preferred

Competencies

Fincantieri’s core competencies reflect our values and key behavioral expectations for all employees:

o Open Mindset: Identify and solve problems, embrace change, and seek continuous learning.

o Strategic Leadership: Build trust, unity, and accountability while working toward shared goals.

o Accomplishment: Take ownership, deliver results, and ensure customer satisfaction.

o Social Connection: Collaborate, communicate, and value diversity and inclusion.

o Leadership Excellence: Fincantieri leaders lead by example, empower, and inspire success.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing job duties, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand or walk; use hands and arms to grasp, handle, manipulate, or feel objects and controls; stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; and speak or hear. The employee may lift and/or move up to 35lbs regularly and up to 50lbs occasionally. Work is performed both inside and outside in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, wet, humid, dry, and arid climates. Frequent use of PPE is required to minimize noise exposure, moving machinery, weather elements, and other potential hazards, including the risk of injury.

Posting Disclaimer
This job description provides a summary of the work environment, knowledge, skill, ability, and physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Other duties may apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.