QSHE Superintendent

Position Overview

The QSHE Superintendent supports the effective implementation, monitoring, and continual improvement of the Companys Management System. The role ensures compliance with international and national regulations, customer requirements, and industry standards, including the ISM, ISPS, MLC, MARPOL, SOLAS, STCW, COLREG, IMDG, ISO standards, and relevant national/flag regulations. Acting as a vital link between shipboard teams and the Company, the position promotes a strong culture of Quality, Safety, Health, Environmental Protection, and Energy Efficiency.

This position reports directly to the QSHE Manager.

• Being fully conversant with and implementing the Companys Management System affectively;
• Contributing to the development of new, or the amendment of existing, procedures;
• Promoting and supporting efforts for continual improvement;
• Providing such assistance to the QSHE Manager / DPA and to Deputy QSHE Manager / DDPA to ensure that the QSHE Department operates in an efficient and organised manner;
• Promoting awareness of customers requirements throughout the department employees and the fleet;
• Encouraging a robust quality, safety, health and security culture and as well as environmental awareness and energy efficiency within the department employees and the Companys fleet;
• Reviewing Risk Assessments and Management of Change as assigned;
• Following up the implementation of the shipboard internal audit findings;
• Conducting investigations of accidents / incidents as assigned;
• Liaising with Flag Administrations as required;
• As and when required attending vessels as instructed to conduct incident investigations, internal audits or to provide assistance to crew members;
• Working on projects or tasks as assigned by the QSHE Manager / DPA.

The QSHE Superintendent reports and is accountable to the QSHE Manager / DPA.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelors degree in Maritime Studies, Diploma in Marine Engineering, or equivalent (preferred).
• Seagoing experience as an Senior Officer of not less than two years or an industry experience in similar role of not less than two years;
• Good knowledge of international and national maritime regulations, ISM/ISPS Code, and relevant ISO standards.
• Training, experience and skills in internal auditing;
• Training, experience and skills in incident investigation;
• Training, experience and skills in risk management;
• Good leadership, and communication skills as well as the ability to work within a team;
• A willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and ideas;
• Willingness to work irregular hours and to travel;
• Good command of the English language.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with vessel teams.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with strong presentation, public speaking, and reporting skills.

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