Captain (Trainer)- Dominican Republic

Svitzer Australia Pty Ltd

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Santo Domingo Operations - Harbour Until 8/22/2026 First posted July 24, 2025 Last posted July 24, 2025
Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Training Captain plays a critical role in our organization by mentoring and training aspiring tugboat captains. This position involves teaching candidates how to operate tugboats in various operations and maneuvers specific to their assigned operational areas. The Training Captain ensures that all trainees are thoroughly prepared and competent to handle the responsibilities of a tugboat captain safely and efficiently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Minimum of five years of experience as a tugboat captain, with expertise in various tug control and propulsion systems.

  • Fluency in English, both oral and written.

  • Strong knowledge of maritime regulations and best practices.

  • Proven experience in training and mentoring junior crew members or trainees.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to provide clear instructions and constructive feedback.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Completion of relevant e-learning courses such as "Training in the Workplace" and "Assessing in the Workplace."

  • Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations with calmness and efficiency.

  • Commitment to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the team.

  • Ability to work in a diverse global environment and willingness to travel as needed.

The Training Captain is expected to be a company ambassador, demonstrating a positive reputation and embodying the values and standards of our organization. This role requires a dedicated professional who is passionate about developing the next generation of maritime leaders.

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

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About this role

Summary

Mentor and train aspiring tugboat captains in operations and maneuvers.

Job title

Captain (Trainer)

Experience level

5+ years

Industry

maritime

Location requirements

Located in Santo Domingo, remote work not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

tugboat captainenglishmaritime regulationstrainingcommunicationorganizational skillse-learninghigh-pressure situationssafety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

tugboattrainingmentoringmaritimesafety
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

On-site City