Safety and Quality Manager (Ship Repair & Docking)

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in ship repair and docking seeks a Safety and Quality Manager. The role involves overseeing safety, environmental, and quality compliance, ensuring adherence to maritime regulations and implementing safety programs. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Marine Engineering and strong experience in safety management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering required.
• Extensive knowledge of maritime regulations and safety standards.
• Proficient in welding, NDT inspections, and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety compliance for ship repair and maintenance operations.
• Implement safety programs and conduct hazard assessments.
• Manage quality assurance and control processes for repairs.

Skills

Safety Management

Quality Control

Environmental Compliance

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Marine)

Job description

Safety and Quality Manager (Ship Repair & Docking)

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Marine)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Oversee all safety, environmental, and quality compliance for ship repair, dry-docking, and maintenance operations. Ensure adherence to maritime regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, Class Society rules), shipyard safety standards, and quality management systems to minimize risks, prevent accidents, and deliver defect-free vessel repairs.

1. Safety & Environmental Management:

- Implement *shipyard-specific safety programs* (confined space entry, hot work, lockout/tagout, working at height, crane/lifting operations).

- Ensure compliance with *maritime regulations* (IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL), *flag/port state requirements*, and local HSE laws.

- Conduct hazard assessments for *docking/undocking, hull repairs, tank cleaning, and engine overhauls*.

- Lead incident/near-miss investigations for shipboard incidents using root cause analysis (RCA).

- Monitor environmental compliance (waste disposal, ballast water, paint/coating management).

2. Quality Management:

- Maintain *Class Society compliance* (Lloyd’s Register, DNV, ABS, etc.) and client-specific quality standards.

- Oversee *welding, NDT (UT/MPI/RT), coating inspections*, and material certifications.

- Manage *non-conformance reports (NCRs)* and ensure timely corrective actions for repair defects.

- Conduct audits of repair processes, subcontractors, and dock operations against ISO 9001/ISO 3834/ISO 45001.

- Review *technical specifications, work packages, and docking plans* for quality/safety alignment.

3. Compliance & Documentation:

- Maintain *safety certifications* (ISM Code, ISPS Code, MLC 2006) and *Class survey records*.

- Prepare documentation for *vessel deliveries, dry-dock reports, and regulatory submissions*.

- Track KPIs: on-time delivery, and rework costs.

4. Training & Culture:

- Deliver specialized training: *shipyard safety, scaffolding, gas testing, marine systems isolation*.

- Foster a "safety-first" culture among technicians, subcontractors, and crew onboard vessels in dock.

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