Job Description

Chief Mate Position

RMGS, Inc. is currently recruiting a Chief Mate in Little Creek, VA. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Supervise actions of Deck department. Responsible to Master for safe stowage of all equipment loaded aboard. Specifically responsible for proper planning, loading, stowage, and discharge of cargo and ship maintenance in a safe and stable condition. Prepare and submit Deck department repair list; ensure all repairs to the hull superstructure and equipment are accomplished; and inspect repairs made by non-organic maintenance personnel.
• Person-in-charge of emergency response team.
• Training officer responsible for training of all personnel in their duties for ship replenishment, emergencies, and execution of safe navigational practices.
• Damage control officer responsible for preparation of station bills, maintenance of fire detection systems, maintenance of firefighting and lifesaving apparatus.
• Security officer responsible for force protection, physical security of government property, and security awareness for classified documents and materials.
• Safety officer responsible for Deck department safety meetings, presenting progress report of safety items and recommendations. Maintain safety library and advise personnel and department heads of current safety procedures and developments.
• Direct actions of crew in operations of vessels weight-handling equipment, anchor tackle, small boats.
• Assign duties associated with departmental "call-out" (e.g., painting, cleaning, greasing).
• Stand navigation watch as assigned per operational requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Chief Mate Between 500GT and 3000GT; OICNW; Able Seafarer-Deck; RFPNW; PSC; Medical care Provider; ADV FF; Basic Training; GMDSS Operator; ECDIS; VSO
• Possess an active/current Secret security clearance
• Be qualified/certified in crane operations.

Company Overview:

RMGS, Inc. is a growing small business headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We provide security-related training and advisory services to the U.S. Government, allied nations, and private industry. We are an equal opportunity employer. RMGS, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, parental status, age, veteran status, medical condition or disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Company Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance and/or TRICARE supplemental insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Group and supplemental group life insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• 401(k)
• Workers' compensation
• Direct deposit

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