Safety Superintendent - 1 Year Fixed Term Contract in London

The Safety Superintendent is responsible for all matters of Safety for the ships to which they are assigned. They collaborate with the MSC fleet for matters related to safety on board, verify that all vessels are constantly maintained with high Safety Standards; monitor compliance of on-board equipment and procedures with Company Standards in relation to Fire Risk, Lifesaving and Fire-Fighting.

Your Impact

• Conducts regular inspections to verify that Company Safety Standards are met, confirming full compliance with both class and statutory requirements.
• Monitors and inspects Fire Risk Procedures, safety drills, and fire risk inspections to ensure the vessel's readiness and compliance with safety protocols.
• Oversees and monitors the general maintenance of lifesaving and firefighting appliances, ensuring that they are in good working condition and compliant with safety standards.
• Ensures all safety-related documents, both ashore and onboard, are kept up to date and maintain accurate records for both internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Monitors daily operations aboard vessels to ensure strict adherence to company policies, maritime safety standards, and international regulations.
• Maintains consistent communication with the Ship's Master, Staff Captain, and Safety Officer to ensure the seamless operation and safety of vessels.
• Prepares and tracks annual budgets related to ship safety parts, ensuring cost-effective allocation and adherence to budget limits.
• Attends and oversees Dry Docking activities related to safety equipment and systems, ensuring full compliance with regulations and the maintenance of safety standards throughout the dry-docking process.
• Reviews and updates maintenance schedules based on findings from ship surveys, ensuring that corrective actions are implemented in accordance with safety requirements.
• Monitors the performance of audits and inspections concerning non-conformities, ensuring that all identified issues are addressed and resolved.
• Tracks, monitors, and ensures the timely completion of outstanding points and work items identified during safety inspections, ensuring prompt resolution.
• Manages the implementation, compliance, and continuous improvement of ISO 45001 standards.
• Develops and implements amendments to policies and procedures to ensure compliance with new regulations, legislation, and recommended practices following audits, third-party inspections, and Port State Control inspections.

Your Journey so far

• Experience as a Safety Officer on cruise ships is essential, ensuring a thorough understanding of onboard safety operations, procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written, for effective communication with teams and stakeholders.
• In-depth understanding of the ISM Code (International Safety Management) and Structural Fire Protection standards.
• Studies in Nautical College, Certified as First Officer over 3000 GRT.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Power-Bi, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, to manage documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, fostering a cooperative and productive working environment.
• Demonstrated accuracy and strong attention to detail, ensuring safety protocols are followed to the highest standards.

Your Essentials

• The existing right to live and work in the UK is preferred.

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!