Maritime Regulations Specialist

Van Storm; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Storm in the Amsterdam area is seeking a regulatory compliance specialist to oversee and solve maritime regulatory issues, coordinate audits, and ensure adherence to SOLAS, MARPOL and other standards. You will bridge engineering and compliance, interfacing with authorities to secure approvals.

You will manage regulatory processes across EPC projects and operations, drive certifications, and support internal audits (ISM/ISPS, class, statutory surveys).

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Marine Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a related sector
• Proficient understanding of Flag State rules, maritime and offshore conventions (e.g., SOLAS, MARPOL)
• Familiarity with classification society rules and standards
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including visits to offshore installations

Responsibilities

• Interface with internal departments and external regulatory bodies for compliance activities
• Identify and resolve regulatory compliance issues, providing solutions for project and operational challenges
• Oversee the regulatory process, ensuring submission and approval of necessary engineering documents
• Obtain necessary certifications from authorities and monitor compliance status across projects and operations
• Conduct and support internal and external audits, such as ISM/ISPS, class, and statutory surveys
• Advise on efficient and practical implementation of IMO, flag and coastal state requirements.
• Operations support: Act as focal point for flag, coastal and class-related questions/issues and establish good and professional relationships with regulatory parties.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

English proficiency

Auditing experience

Education

Bachelor or Master in Marine Engineering

Job description

Job summary:

Tasks: oversee and solve regulatory compliance issues, coordinate audits, and ensure adherence to maritime and offshore standards

Projects: manage regulatory compliance for maritime and offshore operations and EPC projects, liaising with internal departments and external authorities

Company: EPCI offshore contractor and offshore fleet owner & operator

Main requirements: Bachelor?s or Master?s degree in Marine Engineering

Your opportunity:

Are you ready to master the challenging tides of maritime regulation and compliance? As a specialist in this critical field, you will act as the bridge between innovative engineering and the intricate web of global maritime rules. You'll ensure that the cutting-edge adaptations to vessels meet and advocate for compliance, interfacing with key regulatory authorities to secure necessary approvals and certifications. Your role combines technical knowledge with an adept understanding of regulatory frameworks to reconcile project innovation with compliance mandates.

What you will do:

• Interface with internal departments and external regulatory bodies for compliance activities
• Identify and resolve regulatory compliance issues, providing solutions for project and operational challenges
• Oversee the regulatory process, ensuring the correct submission and approval of necessary engineering documents
• Obtain necessary certifications from authorities and monitor compliance status across projects and operations
• Conduct and support internal and external audits, such as ISM/ISPS, class, and statutory surveys
• Advise on efficient and practical implementation of IMO, flag and coastal state requirements.
• Operations support:Act as focal point for flag, coastal and class-related questions/issues and establish a good and professional relationship between the companyand regulatory parties.

Where you will work:

With this trusted client in the Amsterdam area, we have a long-lasting relationship. It is a privately owned company that delivers floating energy solutions and complex mooring equipment to the global oil & gas and renewables industries. Besides having proven capabilities in engineering and developing installations for harsh offshore conditions, they own and operate their own fleet of FPSOs. A welcoming organization in which people with the right pro-active attitude will get opportunities to prove themselves and grow.

• Challenging engineering and offshore operational environment, particularly in developing equipment for extreme offshore conditions
• Organization with a cooperative mindset and open communication style, which allows for professional progress
• Drive for new technologies in floating sustainable energy solutions
• For the size of the projects, a relatively small multi-disciplinary engineering team, with a focus on conceptual and basic design
• Combining in one close-knit company: EPCI contractor and offshore fleet-owner-operator

What you already have:

• Bacheloror Masterdegree in Marine Engineering or a relevant field
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a related sector
• Proficient understanding of Flag State rules, maritime and offshore conventions (e.g., SOLAS, MARPOL)
• Familiarity with classification society rules and standards
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including visits to offshore installations

Your benefits:

• More time to enjoy life: 30 paid holidays every year.
• Extra support for sustainable living:Sustainable Life & Work Bonus.
• Business travel covered:Insurance included whenever you travel for work.
• We pay the journey:Interview and commuting costs are reimbursed.
• Expand your network:Meet professionals from across the Dutch maritime industry at exclusive events.
• Moving to the Netherlands?We'll help you find housing and complete your registration.