Marine Supervisor

GrayMar Environmental Services continues to expand its national footprint while remaining firmly grounded in the values that define who we are. We live by Respect, Integrity, Safe Work Practices, Excellence in Service, and a deep sense of Family - a commitment we proudly call RISE through Caring.

We specialize in environmental remediation, health and safety, hazardous materials management, waste disposal, and environmental emergency response. Through comprehensive and sustainable solutions, we help our clients and the communities we serve manage risk, maintain compliance, and protect the environment. Safety is our top priority, and we take pride in our highly skilled, dedicated team that works together to get the job done safely—every time.

At GrayMar, every employee is seen, heard, and valued, not as a number, but as a member of our family. Our culture supports continuous learning, professional development, and long-term career growth. We offer a robust benefits package that includes wellness programs, a 401(k) with company matching, spending account options, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We also provide company-paid life and disability coverage (long and short-term), ensuring our employees are supported both in and out of the field.

Inclusion at GrayMar is not just an initiative; it is fundamental to how we innovate and grow. We draw strength from diverse experiences and perspectives and foster an inclusive environment where every voice matters. As we continue to grow nationwide, we remain committed to delivering exceptional service to our customers while building a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and proud to belong.

Position Overview

The Marine Supervisor will report to the Director of Marine Operations and provide operational support to GrayMar's marine response program. The Marine Supervisor will work in the field and on the water to supervise crews, coordinate vessels and marine equipment, and ensure the safe execution of spill response, containment, recovery, standby, salvage support, over-water transfer support, and other marine operations.

Key Responsibilities

· Accomplishes daily marine work goals by leading by example, coaching, training, and supervising assigned marine personnel.

· Plans and coordinates daily marine operations, including crew assignments, vessel deployment, equipment needs, mobilization, and demobilization.

· Conducts job-specific and on-the-job training for marine personnel, including safe vessel operations, line handling, docking, personal flotation device use, and emergency procedures.

· Implements and enforces company systems, policies, Job Hazard Analyses, and site-specific procedures for marine projects, spills, standby assignments, and emergency responses.

· Creates worksheets and daily documentation for billing that accurately reflect labor, vessels, equipment, materials, rentals, disposal, and other billable items.

· Maintains a safe and healthy marine work environment by enforcing company standards, stop-work authority, required PPE, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

· Evaluates weather, tides, currents, water temperature, vessel traffic, navigation hazards, and changing site conditions before and during marine operations.

· Ensures vessels, trailers, pumps, skimmers, boom, radios, PFDs, and other marine response equipment are inspected, maintained, documented, and ready for deployment.

· Supervises over-water containment and recovery activities, including boom deployment, skimming, pumping, towing support, shoreline access, and other marine response tasks.

· Coordinates professionally with customers, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, vessel operators, and other response partners to support safe and efficient operations.

· Performs and supervises labor-intensive marine response activities in all-weather conditions, including work from vessels, docks, shorelines, and other waterfront environments.

· Works safely around moving vessels, uneven or slippery surfaces, low clearances, confined spaces, heights, and other hazards associated with marine and emergency response operations.

· Operates or supervises the safe use of marine and support equipment, including workboats, landing craft, airboats, pumps, skimmers, forklifts, pressure washers, and related equipment as qualified.

· Performs other related duties as assigned in support of GrayMar marine operations and emergency response activities.

Desired Qualifications

· Strong work ethic with a safety-first mindset and the ability to lead crews in dynamic marine and emergency response environments.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple crews, vessels, tasks, changing priorities, and deadlines.

· Thorough understanding of marine operations, including vessel handling, docking, line handling, towing support, navigation awareness, and over-water work practices.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide clear direction during routine and emergency marine operations.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate vessel, equipment, safety, and project documentation.

· Strong mechanical and troubleshooting abilities involving marine equipment, outboard engines, pumps, skimmers, trailers, and related response equipment.

· Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, navigation information, weather forecasts, and tide/current information.

· Knowledge of preventive maintenance and inspection requirements for workboats, outboard engines, trailers, pumps, and other marine response equipment.

· Must be able to perform physical labor, including lifting, pulling, pushing, handling lines and hoses, deploying boom, and moving equipment on vessels and docks.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times and maintain balance while working on vessels, docks, and uneven or slippery surfaces.

· Must be able to wear required PPE, including a personal flotation device and respirator when required by the task or site conditions.

· Must be able to work in adverse conditions, including heat, cold, rain, wind, night operations, extended shifts, and emergency call-outs.

Education and Experience Required

· High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

· Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.

· Five years of experience in marine operations, oil spill response, HAZWOPER/environmental response, or a related field; or three years of relevant experience with an additional two years of supervisory experience in another industry.

· USCG Merchant Mariner Credential (OUPV/Master), TWIC, and current HAZWOPER training are preferred and may be required based on assigned duties. Proficiency with Fleetio or related software for equipment reports and logs is also preferred.

Benefits

· Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 60 days of full-time employment.

· 401(k) with possible yearly company match.

· Company paid STD, LTD, and life insurance.

· Company paid time off and holidays.

· Career path programs and ongoing company paid training.

· Family culture with positive and safe work environments.

Disclaimer: This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of GrayMar Environmental Services, LLC.

GrayMar Environmental Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at GrayMar are based on one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, victims of a QAOV and those with a family member who is a victim of a QAOV, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.