Benefits:
· $9,000 higher
· Immediate, availability
Job Description:
The Marine Superintendent / Chief Officer will oversee the safe and efficient operation of chemical tankers, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and company policies. This role requires extensive experience in cargo changes and tank cleaning for IMO class 2 and 3 cargoes, as well as strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the marine operations of chemical tankers, ensuring safety and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Attend vessels to conduct Marine Inspections, pre-vetting inspections, or oil major vetting assistance as directed. Ensure follow-up of all deficiencies noted during vessel attendance is recorded and filed in the common drive. Conduct annual onboard navigation audits, preferably during a short voyage. Input navigation audit results into the navigation audits database and follow up on all deficiencies and defects to closure. Assist in the investigation and root cause analysis of accidents, marine casualties, and near misses. Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team. Assist in arranging external safety audits and onboard training by coordinating with the appointed audit or training company. Monitor and support all vessels (in coordination with OPS) on operational issues such as loading, discharging, tank cleaning, and grade changes. Assist in the implementation of Ship Management’s Health, Safety, Security, Quality, and Environmental Policies, including sailing onboard for short voyages for onboard implementation of the HSSEQ System for new vessels. Assist in periodical management review of the HSSEQ system, record findings from the reviews, and propose actions if necessary. Serve as a member of the internal Marine & HSSEQ audit team. Assist in establishing annual ISM & ISPS audit plans, arrange and coordinate internal audits, participate in audits, and follow up on corrective actions. Assist in the preparation, implementation, and maintenance of office and vessel contingency plans. Liaise with vessels on safety, navigation, operations, health, quality, security, and environmental matters, including monthly responses to Vessel Monthly Safety Reports and Near Miss Reports.
Qualifications:
· Minimum 10 years’ experience at sea.
· Minimum 3 years’ experience as Chief Officer on Chemical Tankers (preference for experience on parcel tankers).
· Hold relevant maritime certifications such as Chief Officer’s certificate or Master’s license
· Experience in Ship Vetting by majors, Ship and Terminal Operations.
