Marine Superintendent HSEQ & Operations

INTERMARINE APAC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine operations company in Singapore seeks a Marine Operations Oversight professional responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of vessels, ensuring safe navigation and adherence to company procedures. The role includes conducting audits, managing incidents, and supporting crew training. Candidates should possess a Master Mariner certificate and have experience with chemical and product tankers. Understanding of ISM and MARPOL regulations is essential, along with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine operations and safety management.
• Strong understanding of ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL regulations.
• Familiarity with alternative fuels like biofuels and methanol is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day marine operations of assigned vessels.
• Ensure compliance with safety management systems and regulations.
• Conduct vessel inspections and internal audits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Master Mariner (Foreign Going) or Chief Mate with relevant tanker endorsement

Job description

Marine Operations Oversight

• Oversee day-to-day marine operations of assigned vessels, ensuring safe navigation,
• cargo operations, and adherence to company procedures
• Provide operational guidance and decision support to Masters and vessel crews
• Review and support voyage planning, cargo operations, and marine fuel transfer activities

HSEQ Management and Compliance

• Implement and maintain the Safety Management System in accordance with the ISM Code
• Ensure compliance with MPA requirements, flag state regulations, class rules, and international conventions including SOLAS, MARPOL, and STCW
• Support safe handling, storage, and transfer of alternative fuels including biofuels and methanol in accordance with approved procedures and risk assessments

Audits, Inspections, and Assurance

• Conduct vessel inspections, internal audits, and operational assessments
• Prepare vessels for inspections and audits by MPA, flag state, class, charterers, and terminal operators
• Track, monitor, and close out audit findings, incidents, near misses, and corrective actions

Incident Management and Risk Control

• Lead or support investigations into marine incidents, non-conformities, and near misses
• Identify operational risks and implement preventive and corrective measures
• Support emergency preparedness, response planning, and drills Operational and Stakeholder Coordination
• Work closely with Chartering, Post-Fixture, Technical, and Commercial teams to support safe and efficient voyage execution
• Liaise with terminals, pilots, agents, surveyors, and service providers on marine safety and operational matters
• Support customer and counterparty marine assurance requirements

Training and Safety Culture

• Support crew competency, familiarisation, and training related to HSEQ, cargo operations, and alternative fuels
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture across shipboard and shore-based teams

Qualifications

• Master Mariner (Foreign Going), or
• Chief Mate with relevant tanker endorsement
  Sailing Experience

Sailing experience on one or more of the following vessel types is required:

• Chemical tankers
• Product tankers

Additional Requirements

• Shore-based experience in marine operations, HSEQ, or superintendent roles is preferred
• Strong working knowledge of ISM, ISPS, MARPOL, and MPA regulatory frameworks
• Familiarity with alternative fuels such as biofuels and methanol is an advantage
• Ability to work independently with sound judgement in a safety-critical environment
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills