Marine Superintendent / Assistant Marine Superintendent

Maxwell Ship Management; Singapore; On-site; SGD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Maxwell Ship Management invites applications for a Marine Superintendent role in Singapore. You will oversee vessel compliance with international and company standards, perform annual inspections, and coordinate SIRE vetting to uphold high safety and environmental performance.

The position requires strong leadership, robust communication, and a proven track record at sea, with 5+ years as a Senior Deck Officer and relevant certifications. Travel to vessels is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Must hold Class 1 Deck Officer Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner) or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of sea-going experience as a Senior Deck Officer, preferably as Master.

Responsibilities

• Verify vessel compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations, Company policies, IMO/SOLAS/MARPOL, Flag State, and industry standards during vessel visits.
• Conduct annual Internal Vessel Inspections and Navigational, Cargo, and Mooring Audits to ensure safety and compliance.
• Monitor deficiencies and follow up on corrective actions from audits and inspections to maintain vessel standards.
• Coordinate SIRE 2.0 and other vetting inspections, ensuring timely closure of observations.
• Track vessel certificates and survey due dates to keep documentation up to date.
• Support vessels with navigational, cargo and other marine operations to optimize safety and efficiency.
• Investigate and report vessel casualties and incidents for root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Class 1 Deck Officer Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner)

Job description

Marine Superintendent / Assistant Marine Superintendent

Responsibilities

• Verify vessel compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations, Company policies, IMO/SOLAS/MARPOL, Flag State, and industry standards during assigned vessel visits
• Conduct annual Internal Vessel Inspections and Navigational, Cargo, and Mooring Audits to ensure operational safety and compliance
• Monitor and follow up on deficiencies, non-conformities, and corrective actions from internal and external audits and inspections to maintain vessel standards
• Coordinate SIRE 2.0 and other vetting inspections, ensuring timely closure of observations to uphold vessel vetting status
• Track vessel certificates and survey due dates to ensure all documentation remains valid and up to date
• Support vessels with navigational, cargo, and other marine operational matters to optimize safe and efficient operations
• Investigate and report vessel casualties and incidents promptly to facilitate root cause analysis and corrective measures
• Stay current with marine safety and environmental regulations to ensure compliance and best practices
• Conduct interviews and assessments for Deck Officers to evaluate competency and suitability
• Collaborate effectively with other departments and perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals

Required competencies and certifications

• Class 1 Deck Officer Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner) or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5 years of relevant sea-going experience as a Senior Deck Officer, preferably with experience as Master

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• 2-3 years of shore-based experience in a Marine Superintendent or similar role
• Knowledge of ISM, ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL, SIRE 2.0, and Flag State requirements
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel and attend vessels as required

Other Information

• Salary: SGD 7,500 - SGD 10,000 per month, depending on experience and qualifications