Incident Investigations Manager

We are seeking an INCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER for our Channelview TX OR Harahan LA office.

Blessey Marine Services Inc. owns and operates one of the youngest multi-faceted inland tank barge and vessel fleets in the United States.

JOB TITLE: IncidentInvestigations Manager

DEPARTMENT:Health Safety andEnvironmental

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUPERVISION:

Reportsto: Vice President of HSE and Compliance

Supervises: This position has nosupervisory responsibilities

This position can be located in Harahan LA or Channelview TX

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Manage the Companys MarineIncident Investigation program by performing the following duties:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Oversee and manage the Companys Marine Incident Investigation process.

Assign Investigation Team Members and ensure all investigation policies/procedures are followed in accordance with the Companys Quality Management System (QMS) Manual.

Lead Investigation Team to identify incident root causes and develop corrective/preventive actions to eliminate future incidents.

Draft formal Incident Investigation Report and/or short form Root Cause Analysis Investigations for Senior Management approval.

Coordinate responses to customers and others based on investigation results.

Ensure proper corrective actions are identified documented implemented and tracked to close-out in a timely manner.

Incorporate lessons learned and best practices into Safety Alerts Weekly Safety Data Reports and Monthly Incident Summaries.

Manage and maintain incident information in company internal electronic database system.

Assist in compiling month end incident summaries for reporting purposes.

Assist in the analyzing and trending of marine incidents specifically their root causes for continuous improvement.

Pull view and analyze audio/visual data as part of the investigation process.

Coordinate with other departments to close out incidents with USCG and Customers by gathering documents statementsdive reports etc.. .

Attention to detail in composing writing and proofing materials establishing priorities and meeting internal and external deadlines.

Must be able to effectively work with all employees customers vendors and governmental agencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelors degree is required.

Working knowledge of the Marine Industry is required preferably inland towing vessel experience.

Navigation and/or Mechanical experience is strongly preferred.

Prior formal Root Cause Analysis training required.

Proficiency in or knowledge of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to Excel and Microsoft Word software.

High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.

Proficient spelling grammar and written communication skills.

Excellent verbal communication skills.

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Knowledge of office administration procedures.

Ability to operate most standard office equipment.

Must be able to read write and speak clearly in the English language.

LANGUAGESKILLS

Ability to read analyze and interpret generalbusiness periodicals professional journals technical procedures orgovernmental regulations. Ability towrite reports business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present informationand respond to questions from groups of managers clients customers and thegeneral public.

MATHEMATICALSKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as fractionspercentages ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONINGABILITY

Ability to define problems collect dataestablish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensivevariety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal withseveral abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully performthe essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job theemployee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to fingerhandle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee isoccasionally required to climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl andtaste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close visiondistance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and abilityto adjust focus.

WORKINGCONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics describedhere are representative of those an employee encounters while performing theessential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job theemployee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; movingmechanical parts; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noiselevel in the work environment is usually moderate.

TRAVELREQUIREMENTS

This position requires occasional overnighttravel and driving a vehicle as necessary for errands and business relatedmeetings. Employee and/or applicant must successfully complete a Motor VehicleHistory check and possess and maintain a current valid drivers license intheir state of residence. Some overnight travel required to attend conferencesseminars and meetings.

BLESSEY MARINE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE) AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE!

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