Marine Operations Superintendent

Job Summary and Purpose

Cargo Management and Compliance

• Ensure vessels are operated safely, reliably and economically in accordance with company requirements and recognized industry standards.
• Drive compliance with international regulations, Flag State requirements, legal obligations and company policies for shipping operations, navigation safety and marine personnel.
• Ensure compliance with port, terminal, oil and gas major and ship vetting requirements.
• Keep vessel trading certificates and statutory documentation valid and compliant.
• Represent the owner or operator during commercial and emergency ship-to-ship operations.

Vetting, Audits and Inspections

• Coordinate SIRE and CDI inspections, respond to observations and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain vessel information in VPQ, SIRE, TMSA and Q88 systems.
• Conduct vessel visits, internal operational audits and HSSEQ or SHEQ audits.
• Coordinate close-out of audit and inspection findings with HSSEQ and Technical functions.

Safety and Voyage Operations

• Support continuous improvement of the Safety Management System and operational procedures.
• Brief newly appointed senior officers on company policies, vessel operations and charterer requirements.
• Supervise voyage planning and vessel performance processes.
• Support the minimization and challenge of vessel performance-related claims.
• Ensure compliance with energy-efficiency and charterer requirements.

Terminal and Incident Management

• Participate in ship-to-shore interface and vessel compatibility studies.
• Liaise with agents, charterers and terminals on berth suitability and compatibility.
• Lead marine incident investigations and close corrective actions with HSSEQ.
• Conduct operational safety risk assessments and environmental impact assessments.
• Support the Incident Commander and response teams during emergencies.

Personnel and Interfaces

• Assess seagoing personnel for promotion and development opportunities.
• Monitor shipboard staff conduct, performance and development.
• Support recruitment of seagoing personnel, including candidate interviews.
• Maintain effective working links between management and vessel personnel.
• Provide marine supervision and operational support across shipping matters.

Job-Specific Skills

• Full knowledge of international and national maritime statutory requirements, including SOLAS, ISM, MARPOL, ISPS, SOPEP and relevant ISO standards.
• Strong knowledge of emergency response procedures, ship vetting and vessel inspection requirements.
• Auditing capability, preferably including Lead Auditor qualifications or experience relating to ISO, ISM and ISPS.
• Strong understanding of marine operations, navigation, cargo operations and vessel safety management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nautical Science or another relevant discipline, and/or Master Mariner Certificate of Competency with associated courses and certifications.

Experience

• 8–12 years of relevant maritime experience.
• At least 3 years of experience as Master onboard LNG/LPG or crude/oil carriers.
• Preferably at least 2 years of shore-based or head-office management experience with a major gas or oil shipping company.
• Experience working effectively with personnel from different cultural and professional backgrounds, including ship owners and ship crews.