Port Captain

TALENT TRADER GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime company in Singapore is seeking a Chief Officer to ensure compliance with HSSE requirements and oversee vessel operations. The ideal candidate will have a recognized degree in Maritime Studies, hold a Class 2 Deck Officer Certificate, and possess at least one year of sea service as Chief Officer on oil tankers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong technical expertise are essential. The company offers a collaborative work environment focused on safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• At least one year of sea service as Chief Officer aboard oil tankers.
• Master’s Certificate of Competency is an added advantage.
• Prior shore-based ship management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vessels comply with HSSE requirements and regulations.
• Oversee ship stability, navigation, mooring, and cargo operations.
• Plan vessel inspections and ensure timely rectification of deficiencies.
• Coordinate ship–shore emergency drills.
• Review and follow up on monthly reports for assigned vessels.

Skills

Technical expertise in vessel operations

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Recognised degree in Maritime Studies or equivalent

Minimum Class 2 Deck Officer Certificate of Competency

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure all assigned vessels fully comply with HSSE requirements, the Company Safety Management System (SMS), and all applicable international and statutory regulations, including ISM Code, ISPS Code, STCW, MLC, and Flag/Port State requirements.
• Oversee ship stability, navigation, mooring, and cargo operations for assigned vessels, liaising and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
• Plan and conduct vessel inspections, internal and external audits, navigation audits, and SIRE inspections, ensuring timely rectification and closure of all deficiencies, non-conformities, and observations in accordance with DPA schedules.
• Coordinate and participate in ship–shore emergency drills.
• Ensure all nautical charts, ECDIS systems, publications, and port marine notices are up to date; verify that vessel certificates and statutory documents are valid and approved in line with the Company’s Q-CER list.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the Company’s environmental management policies.
• Review, monitor, and follow up on deck monthly reports, the Master’s SMS review (annual), and Master’s navigation reports (annual) for assigned vessels.
• Support onboard incident investigations by collecting and analyzing relevant information, and participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) when appointed by the DPA.
• Perform duties responsibly and collaboratively, upholding the Company’s mission, vision, values, and policies while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Carry out additional HSSE-related tasks as assigned by the HSSE Manager to support ongoing compliance and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Recognised degree in Maritime Studies or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum Class 2 Deck Officer Certificate of Competency (Chief Officer).
• At least one (1) year of sea service as Chief Officer onboard oil tankers.
• Master’s Certificate of Competency and sea service as Master is an added advantage.
• Prior shore-based ship management experience preferred.
• Strong technical expertise in vessel operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

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