Marine Manager

Q2 HR Solutions; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alabang office

Job summary

Q2 HR Solutions is seeking an experienced Marine Manager / Designated Person Ashore (DPA) to lead safe, compliant and efficient operations across the fleet from the Alabang office. The role serves as the formal link between ship and shore, ensuring effective SMS implementation and continuous safety improvements.

Key duties include acting as DPA under ISM, guiding navigation, cargo operations, emergency response, audits, and regulatory inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation or equivalent.
• Master Mariner / Captain license preferred.
• Minimum 12 years sea-going experience with 2–3 years as Master (tankers preferred).
• 5–7 years in ship management at supervisory/managerial level.

Responsibilities

• Act as DPA under ISM Code and liaise between ships and shore management.
• Lead safety and environmental compliance, monitor incidents and corrective actions.
• Advise on cargo planning, loading, stowage, passage planning and navigational risk.
• Oversee audits, vetting, and regulatory inspections; maintain compliance calendar.
• Monitor weather and navigational risk; issue advisories and route recommendations.
• Oversee crew training, competency development, and crew matrix compliance.
• Prepare and manage the Marine Department budget and drive cost controls.
• Coordinate with vessels for audits, inspections, emergencies, and safety escalations.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Leadership & management

Vessel operations planning

SMS & safety culture

Audits & inspections awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation or equivalent

Master Mariner / Captain license

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Marine Manager / Designated Person Ashore (DPA) to lead safe, compliant, and efficient marine operations across the company's fleet.

This role serves as the formal link between ship and shore, ensuring the effective implementation and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System (SMS) in compliance with the ISM Code. The Marine Manager/DPA provides expert guidance on navigation, cargo operations, emergency response, and regulatory compliance while maintaining direct access to top management for safety escalation.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance Leadership (DPA Function)

Act as the Designated Person Ashore (DPA) in accordance with ISM Code requirements

Serve as the direct communication link between vessels and top management on safety and environmental matters

Monitor incidents, near-misses, and non-conformities, and ensure corrective/preventive actions are implemented

Escalate serious safety concerns and resource deficiencies without delay

Marine Operations & Vessel Performance

Monitor vessel operational performance and provide professional advisories

Support Masters with expert guidance on:

Cargo planning, loading, and stowage

Passage planning and navigational risk assessments

Ship handling, voyage optimization, and operational standards

Ensure compliance with charterer and company marine performance requirements

Audit, Vetting & Regulatory Inspection Management

Lead preparation and coordination for external audits and inspections, including:

Flag State and Port State Control

SIRE and charterer vetting inspections

Classification society audits

Review audit findings and ensure timely closure of deficiencies

Maintain the annual compliance and audit calendar

Navigational Risk & Weather Monitoring

Monitor authorized weather forecasting services, especially during typhoon seasons

Issue navigational advisories and route recommendations

Coordinate voyage adjustments or port diversions to safeguard crew and vessels

Lead investigations of marine incidents, accidents, and near-misses

Ensure root-cause analysis and corrective actions are properly implemented

Participate in crisis management and emergency response when required

Training, Crew Oversight & Competency Development

Oversee onboard training programs, drills, and competency assurance

Support officer selection, promotion, and assignment recommendations

Review and approve Crew Matrix compliance and operational suitability

Budget & Department Leadership

Prepare and manage the Marine Department budget

Monitor expenditures and recommend cost-control measures

Lead and develop the marine department personnel through coaching and structured feedback

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation or equivalent

Master Mariner / Captain license is preferred

Minimum 12 years sea-going experience, including 2–3 years as Master (preferably tanker vessels)

5–7 years of ship management experience at a supervisory/managerial level

Strong working knowledge of:

SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, ISPS, STCW

OCIMF and tanker industry standards

Formal training in management and leadership

Preferred Experience

Tanker or oil & gas shipping background

Exposure to fleet operations planning and business management

Work Setup

Based in theAlabang Office

Requires close coordination with vessels, audits, inspections, and emergency response support