Senior Marine HSQE & Compliance Lead

salling search pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Salling Search is recruiting for an Operations Manager (HSQE and Compliance) in the marine services sector. This senior role oversees regulatory compliance, HSQE governance, ROV accreditation and the readiness of boats, divers and crew, reporting to the Head of Office / Managing Director and managing a team of ROV Operators and Senior Operations Executives.

Key responsibilities include leading audits, maintaining certifications, ensuring readiness for audits under SS 511 and local regulations,

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in marine/offshore related field.
• At least 5 years HSQE/compliance/operations experience in commercial diving or offshore/marine services.
• Strong knowledge of SS 511, the WSH Act, and MPA and PSA.
• Experience leading audits by class, flag, oil majors or clients.
• Registered WSH Officer or NEBOSH qualification is an advantage.
• Familiarity with ROV operations and dive systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HSQE manuals, procedures, SOPs and risk assessments in line with WSH guidelines and project requirements.
• Lead audits, regulatory inspections and external reviews (IACS, Flag, MPA, PSA, CDAS, oil majors, clients).
• Maintain and track all certifications; liaise with auditors and regulators.
• Ensure compliance with SS 511 and Singapore diving regulations; readiness for audits.
• Oversee crew licences, medicals, training and safety certifications; ensure MPA requirements are met.
• Manage fleet compliance, insurance renewals, licensing and PMS readiness for dive support boats.
• Maintain a compliance renewal matrix with advance alerts.
• Obtain PSA accreditation and operational approvals for berth ROV operations; ensure documentation and competency remain compliant.
• Conduct HSE inspections offshore, onshore and at project sites; lead risk assessments and mitigations.
• Investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis and implement preventive actions.
• Organise safety inductions and programmes; run safety meetings and track HSQE KPIs.
• Lead emergency response drills and client communications during operations.

Skills

HSQE knowledge

Compliance management

Operations management

Audits management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Client management

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Marine industry

Education

Degree or Diploma in Marine/OFFSHORE

Job description

Salling Search is recruiting for an Operations Manager (HSQE and Compliance) in the marine services sector. This senior role oversees regulatory compliance, HSQE governance, ROV accreditation and the readiness of boats, divers and crew, reporting to the Head of Office / Managing Director and managing a team of ROV Operators and Senior Operations Executives.

Key responsibilities include leading audits, maintaining certifications, ensuring readiness for audits under SS 511 and local regulations,