Marine Manager

Job Summary

Lead marine operations to ensure compliance with international and local regulations, manage audits and inspections, oversee safety management, and coordinate resources to optimize vessel performance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with operational and safety requirements of terminals, charterers, customers, and applicable international and local maritime regulations
• Manage marine management and navigation audits and inspections to meet regulatory standards
• Arrange and oversee audits and inspections by recognised organisations (RO) including ISM, ISPS, and MLC
• Coordinate and manage vetting inspections and submit reports on the OCIMF SIRE online platform
• Evaluate sea staff proficiency in their duties and understanding of the Safety Management System through ongoing training and feedback
• Supervise marine operations to ensure safe and effective execution in line with the Safety Management System
• Maintain and update vessels’ onboard notices and publications to ensure accuracy and currency
• Oversee maintenance, servicing, repair, and replacement of equipment and machinery for cargo operations and navigation to ensure operational readiness
• Investigate accidents and incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Develop and implement plans to comply with upcoming international and local marine safety, operational, and pollution-prevention regulations
• Monitor vessels’ operational and safety performance and provide regular updates to Fleet Manager and Director
• Communicate and coordinate with terminals, charterers, customers, and third parties on marine operations and inspection matters
• Liaise with P&I insurers to coordinate vessel surveys
• Delegate duties and deploy resources effectively to subordinates within the Marine Department
• Request and allocate shore-based support and resources to support marine operations
• Prepare and administer the Marine Department’s budget ensuring cost-effective utilization of funds
• Participate in periodic reviews and updates of the Safety Management System
• Serve as a member of the Emergency Response Team to support crisis management

Required competencies and certifications

• Seagoing experience as a Master with at least Certificate of Competency (CoC) class 1 or 2
• Minimum seven (7) years shore-based experience managing safety, health, and environmental compliance for product or chemical tankers
• Familiarity with international and local maritime regulations and requirements

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Strong integrity and professionalism in maritime operations
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, management, and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire teams

Chan Chee Meng
EA 07C3069/R1110620