MCV Port Captain

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DP World seeks an experienced MCV Port Captain to lead load out securing and departure activities for project cargo in Dubai. The role requires chairing prejob meetings, confirming PPE and permits, validating lifting plans, and verifying vessel readiness while directing on-site teams to meet schedule and safety targets. You will review stowage plans, lifting methods, sea-fastening drawings, validate method statements, and coordinate with Engineering, Class and clients. Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in heavy lift project cargo, berth leadership, knowledge of stability and lashing standards, and strong client communication. To apply, tailor your résumé to show outcomes, emphasize on-site decision making under pressure, highlight certifications, and travel regionally.

Port & Operational Execution
    •    Plan, coordinate, and supervise load‑out, securing, and departure activities for project cargo on deck carriers / heavy‑lift vessels.
•    Chair pre‑job meetings and toolbox talks; confirm PPE, permits, lifting plans, weather windows, and berth readiness.
•    Verify vessel readiness (stability, ballast plans, deck condition, lashing gear availability, cargo gear certification).
•    Direct on‑site activities involving stevedores, riggers, surveyors, and vendors to meet schedule and safety targets.
•    Oversee ballasting/deballasting sequences during load‑out to maintain stability and trim within approved limits
Technical Documentation Review    •    Review and endorse stowage plans, cargo arrangements, lifting plans, grillage & sea-fastening drawings, and load‑spreading calculations.
•    Validate method statements, JSA/RA, mooring plans, and sea‑passage securing in compliance with Class/Flag, MWS, and client specs.
•    Check cargo data (COG, weight, dimensions, lifting points) and reconcile with as‑received documentation and survey reports.
•    Coordinate and close out comments with Engineering, Class, MWS, and clients before operations commence.
Compliance, Quality & HSE
    •    Lead incident/near‑miss reporting, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
•    Ensure all lifting/securing gear, certifications, and WLL/SWL markings are valid and traceable.
Stakeholder & Client Interface    •    Serve as the primary on‑site point of contact for clients, marine warranty surveyors, port authorities, and pilots.
•    Provide clear progress updates, manage change requests, and align expectations on schedule and scope.
•    Support post‑operation debriefs and capture lessons learned for future projects.
Project Control & Reporting
    •    Prepare daily progress logs, deck maps/as‑stowed drawings, photographic records, and load‑out completion reports.
•    Monitor critical path activities, highlight risks, and recommend mitigation/recovery plans.
•    Verify vendor invoices/time sheets related to stevedoring, cranes, tugs, and port services.
Operational Optimization
    •    Support continual improvement by identifying operational bottlenecks and proposing process enhancements.
•    Coordinate with commercial and technical teams on lessons learned and improvements for future projects.
Job Profile    (Internal)
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Minimum Experience & Qualifications:

•    5–10 years in heavy‑lift / project cargo as Port Captain/Supercargo/ Cargo Supervisor
•    Proven track record supervising load‑out and seafastening on deck carriers, MPPs, barges, or semi‑subs.
•    Strong knowledge of stability, lashing/securing standards (e.g., CSS Code), lifting operations, and port regulations.

Job-Specific Skills: 
•    Excellent leadership at the berth/yard with calm, decisive decision‑making under time pressure.
•    Strong technical literacy: can challenge/validate stowage, ballast, lashing, and lifting assumptions.
•    Clear communicator with clients, authorities, and multicultural site teams.
•    Organized and detail‑oriented in documentation control and reporting.
•    IT proficiency: MS Office, PDF mark‑up; familiarity with stability/stowage software an advantage.
•    On‑site presence at ports/shipyards; shift work and weekends as operations require.
•    Travel to project ports regionally/internationally on short notice.
•    Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and high‑activity environments.