We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Marine Superintendent / Senior Marine Superintendent to join an established international ship owning/ ship management organisation. The role is responsible for overseeing the safe, compliant, and efficient marine operations of a chemical tanker fleet, with strong emphasis on safety, cargo operations, regulatory compliance, and crew competency.
The ideal candidate would have at least 2 years of shore-based experience as Marine Superintendent managing the safety operations for Type 1 Chemical Tankers.
Key Responsibilities
Marine Operations, Safety & Compliance
- Monitor and review onboard marine and cargo operations to ensure compliance with company procedures, industry standards, and international regulations.
- Review and provide guidance on cargo operation plans, tank cleaning plans, and Risk Assessments (RA) for shipboard activities.
- Review passage plans, navigational practices, and bridge procedures, providing feedback and corrective guidance where required.
- Ensure full compliance with the Safety Management System (SMS) and propose improvements to operational guidelines and procedures.
Inspections, Incidents & Performance Oversight
- Prepare and support vessels for vetting inspections, Port State Control (PSC), and other external audits.
- Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations, conduct root cause analysis (RCA), and monitor corrective and preventive actions.
- Monitor vessel performance, including navigation standards, cargo operations, fuel efficiency, and environmental compliance, recommending improvement measures as necessary.
- Review the condition and reliability of critical marine and safety equipment and verify PMS compliance.
Crew Competency & Emergency Preparedness
- Assess onboard crew competency and ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements.
- Conduct briefings and training related to cargo handling, safety management, and emergency response procedures.
- Support and evaluate shipboard emergency drills, providing recommendations to strengthen emergency preparedness.
Requirements
- Seagoing experience on chemical tankers as:
- Master (Captain) – minimum 3 years, OR
- Chief Mate – minimum 3 years
- Experience on Panamax-size vessels or larger
- Certificate of Competency (COC): Class 1 – Master Mariner
- Formal marine education from a recognised maritime academy
- Strong hands-on knowledge of chemical tanker operations, cargo handling, tank cleaning, and marine safety practices
- Sound understanding of international maritime regulations, vetting requirements, and PSC inspections
To apply, please send your CV to talentagent@innergy-consulting.com.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.
