Cargo Supervisor

SBM Offshore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Offshore N.V. is seeking a Cargo Supervisor for Singapore to lead cargo operations aboard offshore assets, ensuring safe loading and offloading, maintenance, and compliance with safety standards. You will work with the Cargo Superintendent and OIM, delegating tasks to competent personnel.

Requires STCW II/2 Chief Officer, 3 years tanker experience, FPSO a plus, English at B1, and medical fitness. This is a challenging role with growth in a global energy leader.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications per STCW II/2 Chief Officer for ships 3000gt or more.
• 3 years crude oil tanker experience (OOW/Chief Officer desirable).
• FPSO experience would be an advantage.
• Proficiency in English at least B1 (CEFR).
• Medically fit according to GEMS Health Requirements to Work Offshore.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cargo and Cargo Utility systems operations and supervision.
• Delegate authority and monitor closeout with safety as priority.
• Lead emergency response and drills to ensure crew safety.
• Monitor pollution control measures and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate with onshore and offshore departments for seamless operations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Emergency response

Education

STCW II/2 Chief Officer 3000gt+

Tools

Loading Computer Software

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Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.
About Us:
SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long-term, asset-backed business model that delivers high-availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower‑carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.

Reports To

• Cargo Superintendent (See Unit HSEP Shipboard Manual Organization Chart for local variations)

Background

• The Cargo Supervisor will exhibit a high standard of leadership, supervisory and safety behaviors and will ensure that all aspects of Cargo and Cargo Utility systems operations and supervision are carried out effectively. Delegated tasks will be monitored and controlled formally and effectively.
• Equivalent to Ballast Control Operator (BCO) as per Res. A.1079(28) Reg. 6.4

Authority

• The Cargo Supervisor assumes delegated authority for marine activities such as cargo loading and offloading and cargo utilities and maintenance. He or she will work with the Cargo Superintendent and the OIM as required where the safety of the crew and vessel is concerned. Work authority is delegated to competent personnel as appropriate.

Accountable For: Responsibilities & Standards

• 1) Cargo Operations
• 1 Prepare to Start Marine and Cargo Operations
• 2 Startup Marine and Cargo Operations
• 3 Monitor and Maintain Marine and Cargo Operations
• 4 Prepare and shutdown Marine and Cargo Operations
• 5 Contribute to Tank Entry, Inspection and Maintenance Activities
• 2) Manage And Supervise Effectively
• 1 Demonstrate leadership in technical and safety issues.
• 2 Liaise effectively with all relevant onshore and offshore departments.
• 3 Delegate authority having due regard for competence and verify effective close out of tasks.
• 4 Promote training and competency assurance throughout the department in line with Company goals for the Unit.
• 5 Promote safety awareness and application of the Management System regarding immediate safety of personnel (PTW/Risk assessments/inspections).
• 6 Ensure timely and effective close‑out of relevant survey and audit action items.
• 7 Encourage and support all department personnel to achieve training and competency targets and plan for appropriate time allocation for this area of work.
• 8 Ensure timely and effective contributions to reporting and investigation of all incidents where required.
• 3) Contribute To The Control Of Critical Situations And Respond To Emergencies
• 1 Developing critical situations (operational, weather, equipment failure, leaks, fires personnel etc.) are identified and positive action is taken to limit escalation and to maintain control using applied policies or procedures or initiative
• 2 Manage emergency response with due regard for safety of personnel, FSO/FPSO and environment
• 3 Demonstrate knowledge and awareness of potential emergency scenarios.
• 4 Contribute to the effective de‑brief and analysis of exercises.
• 4) Monitor And Maintain Pollution Control Measures
• 1 Controlled process discharges from area of responsibility to the environment are within prescribed limits
• 2 Unplanned discharges are identified, halted where possible, and reported according to policy, procedure and regulation.
• 3 Equipment, waste or other materials for disposal are dealt with according to the correct procedure.
• 4 Controlled process discharges from area of responsibility to the environment are within prescribed limits
• 5) Emergency Response
• 1 Carry Out Emergency Response role (See Station Bill).
• 2 Demonstrate competence in Emergency Response drills and exercises.

Recruitment Only-Generic Functional Competencies

Offshore - Perform Lifeboat Maintenance

Offshore - Manage Supply and Crew Boat Operations

Offshore - Monitor Weather Condition

Offshore - Plant and vessel knowledge

Offshore - Crane operations, rigging and lifting operations

Offshore - Safety Management - HOD

Offshore - Define Hull Integrity Management

Offshore - Tanker Terminal

Offshore - Manage Cargo Export

Pre-hire Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum qualifications as per STCW II/2 Chief Officer of ships of 3000gt or more.
• 3 years Crude Oil tankers experience (VLCC preferable) as OOW (Officer on Watch) Chief Officer experience desirable.
• Previous FPSO experience would be an advantage.
• Use and experience with Loading Computer Software.
• Proficiency in English at a minimum of B1 level according to the CEFR international standard.
• Medically fit according to The Company GEMS Instruction Health Requirements to Work Offshore

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affidative Action employer.SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.