Senior Marine Operations & Compliance Manager

LHYK MARINE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LHYK MARINE PTE LTD in Singapore seeks an experienced Fleet Operations Specialist to ensure vessels comply with global regulations and certifications. You will coordinate vetting inspections, onboard crew interviews, and onboarding, while identifying training needs and supporting competency development.

You will maintain ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL compliance and lead safety initiatives, audits and incident investigations to improve efficiency and safety across tanker operations.

Qualifications

• Certificate of competency to Class 2 or above (Deck) recognised by MPA Singapore.
• At least 5 years of experience in fleet operations, preferably in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Familiarity with ISM, MARPOL, SOLAS and other maritime regulations.
• ISM/ISPS or ISO Lead Auditor certification is an advantage.
• Experience working with tankers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vessels comply with maritime regulations and certifications.
• Coordinate and monitor vetting inspections, class audits, SIRE, Flag State inspections and surveys.
• Approve crew assignments, conduct interviews and oversee onboarding.
• Identify training needs and implement structured development programmes.
• Support onboard mentoring and competency management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW and other standards.
• Conduct safety inspections, investigate incidents and follow up on audits.
• Monitor navigational safety, pollution prevention and cargo operations.
• Support voyage planning and maximize efficiency and cargo utilization.
• Monitor resource allocation and utilization for optimal operational support.

Skills

Fleet operations

Supervisory experience

Regulatory compliance

Auditing awareness

Education

Certificate of competency to Class 2 Deck (MPA Singapore)

Job description

LHYK MARINE PTE LTD in Singapore seeks an experienced Fleet Operations Specialist to ensure vessels comply with global regulations and certifications. You will coordinate vetting inspections, onboard crew interviews, and onboarding, while identifying training needs and supporting competency development.

You will maintain ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL compliance and lead safety initiatives, audits and incident investigations to improve efficiency and safety across tanker operations.