Nautical Safety & Compliance Lead

Höegh Autoliners; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Höegh Autoliners seeks a Nautical Safety and Compliance Specialist to support the implementation and continuous improvement of SEMS across the fleet, ensuring compliance with ISM/ISPS/MLC and maritime regulations. You will provide specialist guidance in nautical safety, stability, auditing, and emergency response.

Reporting to the QA Nautical Manager, you will conduct internal audits aboard vessels and ashore, review risk assessments, investigate incidents, and maintain SEMS documentation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation, Nautical Studies, or related maritime field.
• Lead Auditor qualifications in ISM, ISPS, MLC 2006, ISO 14001.
• Experience conducting maritime audits, risk assessments, and investigations.
• Knowledge of vessel trim, stability, ballast operations, and navigational safety.
• Strong analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support SEMS implementation and ensure ISM/ISPS/MLC/ISO 14001 compliance.
• Plan and conduct internal audits onboard vessels and ashore.
• Review risk assessments, investigate incidents, and drive improvements.
• Maintain SEMS documentation, Ship Security Plans, and records.
• Provide nautical guidance on vessel operations, trim, ballast, and navigation.
• Coordinate with DPAs, Fleet Managers, vessel masters, and regulators.
• Participate in incident investigations and safety improvement initiatives.
• Support cybersecurity and data privacy compliance as applicable.
• Contribute to training and ongoing development of safety management systems.

Skills

Nautical safety

Audit knowledge

Risk assessment

Emergency response

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine Transportation or Nautical Studies

Job description

Höegh Autoliners seeks a Nautical Safety and Compliance Specialist to support the implementation and continuous improvement of SEMS across the fleet, ensuring compliance with ISM/ISPS/MLC and maritime regulations. You will provide specialist guidance in nautical safety, stability, auditing, and emergency response.

Reporting to the QA Nautical Manager, you will conduct internal audits aboard vessels and ashore, review risk assessments, investigate incidents, and maintain SEMS documentation and