Fleet Security Superintendent

Please be aware that this role is only open to individuals with an existing right to work in the UK. Any applications received from individuals without existing UK working entitlement will be disregarded. The successful applicant will be required to pass UK Security Clearance requirements prior to the commencement of employment.

Reports to: Group Compliance Manager

Location: Barrow-in-Furness / Hybrid

General Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring & setting of policy on Safety, Health and Environmental systems for all vessels managed by AW Ship Management Ltd.
• To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the duties required by the position with regards to quality and safety management and current legislation.
• Responsible for the maintenance, revision and circulation of quality, environmental and safety management documentation and ensuring that the processes and procedures contained therein are implemented and maintained.

Specific Responsibilities

• The candidate should be suitably qualified and experienced in the safety and pollution control aspects of ship operations and should be fully conversant with the companies safety and environmental protection policies, driving the development and implementation of a safety culture within the Company.
• Advising and assisting the onboard management, of all vessels managed by AW Ship Management Ltd, with practical advice on environmental, safety & health procedures and documentation.
• To advise Technical Superintendents on marine related issues in relation to the operation of all managed vessels.
• To arrange and carry out regular audits of all facets of shipboard operations. To compile corrective action reports & monitor compliance.
• Attend specific technical committees in pursuance of the ship and company interests.
• To perform inquiries and investigate accidents and dangerous occurrences with a drive for reflective learning and improved safety culture.
• To monitor ship’s safety returns, including accident and near-miss reporting.
• To compile and distribute safety statistics.
• To assist Fleet Superintendents in the production of vessel budgets where they relate to crew health and safety issues.
• To advise on any possible company policy changes.
• Support relevant Fleet Management personnel in conducting interviews with prospective seafarers promptly and report findings.
• To implement changes to office and vessel procedures ensuring that the company complies with current and proposed quality, environmental and safety management legislation.
• To advise Fleet Management personnel of any amendments to quality, environmental and safety management documentation as may be necessary from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and revised international law, agreements and codes of practice.
• Liaise with crew managers on cost saving and other efficiency initiatives.
• To monitor vessels Class and trading certificates to ensure timely renewal and/or survey and inform Technical Superintendents accordingly.
• To undertake the duties of the Marine Emergency Coordinator on a rotational basis.
• To attend conferences, visit vessels and outside companies as required.

Note that this role will require the successful applicant to obtain UK Government Security Clearance (SC) prior to the commencement of employment.

Qualifications and Experience (Required)

• STCW 2/II Master Mariner (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency, or equivalent Military qualification and experience.
• Experience in the application of Statutory Regulations/Classification.
• Operational Experience of Commercial Environment.
• In depth knowledge and application of ISM code.
• ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 working knowledge.
• Proven seagoing experience at senior level.
• People management in a unionised environment.

Qualifications and Experience (Preferred)

• ISM Internal Auditor Qualification.
• Development and management of Safety Management Systems Vessel audits – both internal and external.
• Highly competent in risk assessment.
• Experience of responding to external audits (MCA).
• MCA experience and relationships.
• Classification Societies experience and relationships.
• Compliance with ONR requirements Knowledge of KAISA 520 requirements.

Duration of the role

Full time, permanent

Expected start date: May 2025