Norfolk,VA,USA:Cargo Mate-Norfolk,VA(Full-time,$16-$24/hr) | Hiring

The company hiring for the Cargo Mate position is based in Tampa, Florida and operates within the maritime shipping and logistics industry, particularly involving tug and barge operations. This establishment is committed to safe, efficient, and compliant cargo vessel operations, emphasizing the highest standards for navigational safety, deck operations, cargo handling, and crew welfare. With a strategic location and a well-coordinated fleet, the company supports both domestic and international maritime commerce, requiring experienced seafarers who adhere strictly to the United States Coast Guard (USCG) regulations and international maritime standards such as those defined by the International Maritime Organization's Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW). The Cargo Mate role is critical within this framework as it entails considerable responsibility in managing deck operations, maintaining vessel safety, and enforcing compliance with safety management systems. The role involves supervising deck hands and ensuring all maintenance duties on deck, machinery, and safety equipment are performed thoroughly and timely. The Cargo Mate is also entrusted with navigational watch duties, acting as the Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW), which demands solid expertise in navigation, watchkeeping, emergency procedures, and vessel operation log maintenance. This full-time position demands a candidate with rigorous qualifications, including specific USCG and STCW endorsements that allow for international voyages and domestic operations under stringent standards. The successful candidate will actively participate in emergency drills, oversee work-rest schedules, manage crew changes, and maintain detailed documentation related to cargo and vessel operations. A broad understanding of deck and cargo machinery, firefighting and lifesaving equipment inspections, and vessel security protocols is mandatory. Additionally, the Cargo Mate is accountable for accurately reporting maintenance-related activities and ensuring compliance with the company's safety management procedures. In summary, this role offers a dynamic and vital career opportunity for an experienced maritime professional with a strong commitment to maritime safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Candidates will find this position fulfilling due to its blend of supervisory duties, navigational responsibilities, and hands-on deck maintenance activities, which together contribute significantly to the safe and effective operation of the vessel fleet supporting the company’s maritime objectives.

• High school diploma
• Must hold USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with international and national endorsements capable of foreign voyages
• Must have current USCG/STCW medical certificate renewed every 2 years
• Must have a valid TWIC card and Passport
• Ability to work in confined spaces, carry heavy tools, climb and descend ladders, and consistently lift and carry loads of at least 40 pounds
• Articulated Tug/Barge experience preferred