Vessel Marine Manager

Roles and ResponsibilitiesUnderstand the Health, Safety, Environmental Protection and Quality Policy, and the responsibilities under the Environmental Management System (EMS) Report any environmental noncompliance and/or concern to their manager or members of the senior management team (including the highest level of management) either directly or through the open reporting system as per Management System guidelinesProvide support and advice to the assigned vessels on all marine related aspects such as, but not limited to:Navigational best practicesWeather and voyage routing adviceCargo management, cargo planning and conflict resolutionInput into and guidance to the vessel’s Masters on Dangerous Goods Risk AssessmentsPertinent information relating to new trade route for assigned vesselsConduct vessel internal audits to ascertain the level of implementation and compliance with company Management SystemConduct safety and environmental inspections of the vessels in the fleet to gauge the vessel condition and level of compliance with Environmental Management SystemProvide on-board training to close any knowledge gaps and mentor senior shipboard management where requiredCommunicate the company expectations, objectives and targets when onboard company vesselsMentor and train of new Marine Managers and Roving Marine Superintendents during shipboard visits and in the local officeTake the lead in complex projects requiring additional knowledge and experience in the field of workMaintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, tracking, statistics, and reporting of assigned vessels, as per Management System and other related systems, including:Incident & Near Miss reporting from assigned vesselsFollow up and closure of incidents, audit and inspection deficiencies and CARsAssist in compiling statistical data and performance/ KPIs for assigned vesselsFollow up on external audits, PSC inspections, flag state inspections and customer inspections where applicableConducting regular SMS review for assigned vessels Review existing and draft new procedures, policies and reference material in the Management System related to marine and occupational safety aspects of operation Conduct onboard incident investigation and follow-up corrective and preventive actions are implemented onboard assigned vesselsConduct orientation and preparation of senior officers visiting the officeSupport training efforts. Provides input on marine related competencies and training courses. Conducts interviews and assessments of prospective senior deck officers (promotion or new joiners)Act as Deputy Company Security OfficerParticipate in the company’s emergency response team and supporting the vessel and Emergency Management Team for all marine related aspectsRepresent the company in industry related forums and attends meetings with customers and governmental agenciesPerform other duties as requiredRequirementsMinimum of three years of experience in a similar role in a ship owner or ship management companyQualifications in auditing and occupational health & safety related disciplinesFull understanding of quality management principles and their application and working knowledge of relevant shipping industry regulations, procedures, and instructionsDemonstrates leadership and professionalismProficiency with basic computer applications and Microsoft Office suite (including Outlook, Word, and Excel)Strong verbal and written communication skills, and good writing style Class 1 Certificate – Master MarinerExperience in shipping or containership industryUnderstanding and experience with ISO management systemsCertification to conduct internal audits Regular international travel is required and may be on short noticeMust have mobility to conduct vessel inspectionsAvailability via a mobile device outside of office hours

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