Superintendent, Nautical and Deck

Job Description

In our pursuit of excellence within our maritime department, we're seeking individuals who are not just adept at numbers but who also bring a wealth of accounting knowledge and qualifications to the table for our Superintendent, Nautical and Deck position. At our core, we believe in the strength of a diverse and skilled team to drive our business forward. Your skills and qualifications are valuable to us.

Role Overview

The Superintendent, Nautical and Deck operates within a vessel delivery team, providing direct operational support to multiple P&O Cruises and Cunard vessels. Working closely with on board officers, shoreside colleagues and the Senior Superintendent, Nautical and Deck, you will help ensure nautical and deck operations are delivered safely, compliantly and consistently.

Key accountabilities include:

• Lead on marine safety and emergency preparedness across assigned vessels, including emergency response plans, SOLAS documentation, emergency drills and maritime safety assurance activities.
• Take ownership of a designated half-fleet pod as the primary shoreside lead for nautical and deck operations, providing responsive and practical guidance to assigned vessels.
• Provide subject matter expertise and navigation assurance across areas including voyage planning, stability, mooring, tender operations, LSA/FFA readiness and emergency response.
• Drive the effective implementation of maritime standards, challenge non-compliance and identify opportunities for operational improvement.

Position Requirements

Our ideal candidates are those who possess not only the technical skills required for the maritime team, but also a passion for the industry and a keen eye for detail. Your professional certifications will be the foundation of your role within our team.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• STCW Certificate of Competency, Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch, Regulation II/1.
• Practical seagoing experience combined with strong technical knowledge of nautical and deck operations.
• Experience implementing nautical and deck safety requirements in an operational maritime environment, ensuring compliance with international regulations and company standards.
• Experience supporting vessel operations, emergency response and assurance activities, including incident support and continuous improvement.

About You

You are someone who thrives in a collaborative environment yet is capable of working with a high degree of accuracy and accountability. Your qualifications in the maritime industry are just the beginning; we're looking for team members who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to our collective success.

Personal Qualities

• Able to exercise sound independent judgement and balance safety, operational risk and practical delivery in time-sensitive situations.
• A credible and professional communicator who builds trusted relationships and provides clear technical guidance.
• Confident challenging non-compliance constructively while supporting colleagues through changes to standards and working practices.
• Collaborative, organised and accountable, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet agreed deadlines.

Why Join Us?

Positioned within our internal structure from CUK15 (entry level) to CUK1 (Brand President), this role is classified as a CUK07, offered as a full-time position, on a permanent basis, with hybrid working including up to two days from home.

We offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where your work makes a real impact. Beyond competitive salaries and benefits, here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers
• Annual bonus
• Car Allowance
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme
• Company paid private medical and dental insurance and health assessment
• Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes
• In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards
• Employee-led networks
• Parental and adoption leave
• Employee Shares Plan
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals
• Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers
• A friendly welcome with help settling in

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