Maritime Compliance Specialist

Overview

About the Role

Are you a seasoned professional in maritime training and compliance? Do you have a passion for ensuring that vessels sail safely and efficiently?

We are seeking an exceptional Compliance Officer to join our team. As a key member of our maritime operations department, you will be responsible for overseeing STCW and GHESS compliance, as well as deck and technical competence training.

Your primary focus will be on ensuring that our fleet is sailing in full compliance with flag and STCW requirements. This involves managing the process of training delivery, reporting into systems of record, and communicating with employees, GTPs, and vessels to ensure team members are aware of their training requirements.

You will also be responsible for reviewing GHESS policies and STCW 2010 to ensure compliance with flag and company requirements. Additionally, you will maintain the training matrix, ensuring it is up-to-date and aligned with our emergency response plan, as well as flag and international requirements.

To succeed in this role, you will need to have a deep understanding of STCW 2010, GHESS, and other relevant maritime standards and regulations. You will also need to possess excellent communication and leadership abilities, as well as proficiency in training management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate officer and crew training regarding GHESS and deck and engine skills training.
• Manage the process of training delivery and reporting into systems of record.
• Communicate with employees, GTPs, and vessels to ensure team members are aware of their training requirements.
• Review GHESS policies and STCW 2010 to ensure compliance with flag and company requirements.
• Maintain the training matrix, ensuring it is up-to-date and aligned with our emergency response plan, as well as flag and international requirements.
• Support all Princess Cruises vessels by addressing daily queries related to GHESS, STCW, and D&T skills training.
• Liaise between Port Operations, Subject Matter Experts, and the fleet to ensure effective communication and resolution of training issues.
• Work with external partners, learning vendors, or internal developers on the creation and maintenance of learning experiences and assets used to comply with current GHESS requirements.
• Stay informed about all international regulations on crewing requirements, including standards from the IMO and ILO, and guidelines from Flag Administrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies or related field or Certificate of Competence.
• Minimum of 5 years in maritime training and compliance, with a proven track record in managing training programs and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of STCW 2010 and ISM, excellent communication and leadership abilities, and proficiency in training management systems.
• Minimum of 5 years managing maritime training programs and ensuring compliance with international regulations (e.g., STCW, GHESS), onboard experience as deck or technical officer is crucial.
• In-depth understanding of STCW 2010, GHESS, and other relevant maritime standards and regulations.
• Proven experience in leading teams, coordinating with external partners, and effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.

About Us

We are a leading cruise line dedicated to providing exceptional experiences for our guests. Our commitment to safety, security, and wellbeing is at the forefront of everything we do.