Maritime Vessel Hygiene & Compliance Officer

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Port environment experience

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Marine Vessel Sanitation Officer to uphold the highest hygiene standards across vessels operating in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves inspecting accommodation areas, galley spaces, and waste systems, plus implementing sanitation plans and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will train crews on hygiene practices, oversee disinfection processes, and maintain records of inspections and compliance, contributing to a safe maritime environment in the port area.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of sanitation/public health/quality control experience
• Strong knowledge of international maritime health regulations, sanitation standards, and waste management
• Experience with cleaning agents, disinfection methods, and sanitation equipment
• Excellent inspection, auditing, and reporting skills
• Strong communication and training abilities
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Detail-oriented with commitment to public health and safety

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular sanitation inspections of vessels including accommodation, galley, and waste systems
• Develop and enforce sanitation and hygiene plans for different vessel types
• Ensure compliance with SOLAS, ISPS, WHO guidelines and local port requirements
• Monitor waste disposal procedures and environmental regulations
• Oversee disinfection and cleaning protocols for onboard facilities
• Provide training to vessel crews on hygiene best practices
• Investigate sanitation-related issues and report health risks
• Collaborate with port health authorities and ship captains to resolve concerns
• Maintain detailed records of inspections and compliance status
• Manage inventory and distribution of sanitation supplies to vessels

Skills

Sanitation inspections

Public health

Regulatory compliance

Training crews

Health and safety

Waste management

Inspection reporting

Education

Maritime safety certification

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Marine Vessel Sanitation Officer to uphold the highest hygiene standards across vessels operating in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role involves inspecting accommodation areas, galley spaces, and waste systems, plus implementing sanitation plans and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will train crews on hygiene practices, oversee disinfection processes, and maintain records of inspections and compliance, contributing to a safe maritime environment in the port area.