Senior Marine Superintendent – Container Fleet

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global seeks an experienced Marine Superintendent to oversee safe and compliant marine operations of a container fleet across in-house and third-party management arrangements.

You will act as the primary shore-based marine contact, guiding Masters and deck officers, ensuring adherence to procedures, client requirements and international regulations, and preparing performance and operational reports.

Qualifications

• Master Mariner with international exposure and vessel management experience.
• Experience overseeing container-vessel operations and cargo handling.
• Strong knowledge of SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM/ISPS and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily marine operations for assigned container vessels and ensure safety and compliance.
• Provide guidance to Masters, Chief Officers and vessel teams on procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with third-party owners and ship managers to align service levels.
• Prepare performance and operational reports for internal and client review.
• Lead inspections, audits, and investigations with timely corrective actions.
• Support vessel takeovers, new deliveries and mobilisations as needed.
• Participate in development and appraisal of Masters and senior deck officers.
• Collaborate with Technical, Crewing, HSEQ, Operations and Commercial teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

MS Office / Fleet-management systems

Education

Certificate of Competency as Master Mariner (Class 1)

Tools

Fleet-management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Direct Search Global seeks an experienced Marine Superintendent to oversee safe and compliant marine operations of a container fleet across in-house and third-party management arrangements.

You will act as the primary shore-based marine contact, guiding Masters and deck officers, ensuring adherence to procedures, client requirements and international regulations, and preparing performance and operational reports.