Marine & QSHE Superintendent

Company Brief

House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping&aposs commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals. We&aposre excited to partner with one of our fastest-growing clients to help them find top talent!

Currently House of Shipping is looking to identify a high caliber Marine & QSHE Superintendent.

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Background and experience:

• 3 years as Master in command
• Strong understanding of SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, ISM Code, ISO Standards, and maritime risk management.
• Experience handling third-party inspections and internal audits.
• Proven ability to lead investigations and manage corrective action plans.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.
• Familiar with ISM/ISPS codes, and other IMO regulations.
• Exposure to vetting inspections, PSC, terminal operations, and cargo handling procedures.
• Familiar with planned maintenance systems (PMS) and ERP/technical fleet systems.
• Experience in conducting navigational audits, officer briefings, and contributing to incident investigations.
• Operational knowledge of container and bulk carriers
• Experience in internal audits, incident investigation, risk management, and marine inspections
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• Good command of the English language.

Job purpose:

Marine & QSHE Superintendent

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Operational Support & Implementation

• Assist Masters in implementing the Companys Safety Management System (SMS) onboard vessels.
• Support the Senior Marine Superintendent in all marine-related matters.
• Conduct regular marine visits and audits to monitor vessel compliance and operational standards.
• Monitor and ensure navigational and cargo handling procedures are aligned with international regulations and company policies.

Audit & Inspection Preparedness

• Ensure vessels are fully prepared for third-party inspections such as port state control, Rightship, and class surveys.
• Attend and support vessels during critical inspections and onboard assessments when required.
• Follow up on inspection and audit observations, ensuring timely closure and reporting.

Crew Management & Training

• Conduct officer briefings and debriefings, interviews, and onboard coaching for Masters and senior officers.
• Identify training needs based on audit findings and conduct training during shipboard visits.
• Promote awareness of charter party requirements among ship staff, especially Masters and Chief Officers.

Reporting & Documentation

• Review ship performance reports, navigational audits, and Letters of Protest (LOP) from terminals.
• Ensure navigational charts and publications are up-to-date and properly maintained onboard.
• Monitor and review terminal satisfaction reports and address recurring issues proactively.

QSHE Responsibilities

Support & Backup Responsibilities

• Act as the Designated Person Ashore (DPA).
• Provide operational support in maintaining compliance with ISM Code, MLC, and ISO standards.
• Represent the QSHE department in meetings and audits as needed.

Management System Implementation

• Ensure company Management System is consistently implemented across shore and fleet operations.
• Assist in reviewing and updating manuals, procedures, and circulars to reflect regulatory or operational changes.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

• Support investigations of accidents, near misses, and non-conformities, using root cause analysis tools.
• Track the implementation of corrective and preventive actions and report closure status to the QSHE Manager.

Training, Awareness & Safety Culture

• Assist in delivering QSHE training sessions, safety campaigns, and toolbox talks.
• Promote a strong safety, security, environmental, and energy efficiency culture among vessel and shore teams.

Audit & Inspection Coordination

• Support internal audit planning and execution for vessels and shore offices.
• Liaise with departments to ensure timely closure of audit observations and documentation updates.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain records of incidents, audit reports, and compliance logs.
• Assist in vessel certification, vetting preparation, and PSC readiness support.

Customer and Regulatory Awareness

• Promote understanding of client requirements and expectations throughout the organization.
• Monitor regulatory updates and communicate implications to internal stakeholders.

Education requirements:

Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner) required, Designated Person Ashore and Company Security Officer qualification; Lead auditor Certification preferred