Sr Assurance & Vessel Charter Manager Full-time

Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive marine assurance framework, policies, and procedures in alignment with international maritime legislation (e.g., IMO, ISM, ISPS, MLC) and industry guidelines (e.g., OVID, CMID) .

• Ensure all offshore and marine operations strictly adhere to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards, actively promoting a culture of zero harm and continuous improvement.
• Act as the technical authority on marine and assurance matters, providing expert guidance to senior management, operational teams, and clients.
• Provide marine expertise, assurance, and governance support to the Offshore Operations Team in coordination with Fleet Management & Asset Integrity, ensuring the highest standards of QHSE and performance.

Operational Oversight and Risk Management

• Direct and oversee the vessel vetting and clearance processes, ensuring rigorous assessment of vessel suitability, condition, and management systems prior to engagement.
• Manage complex risk assessments and develop effective mitigation strategies for high-risk marine operations, including dynamic positioning (DP) activities, heavy lifting, and specialized barge operations.
• Ensure marine risks are clearly captured within project and client planning activities
• Lead comprehensive internal and external audit programs, verifying compliance across the fleet and shore-based management systems.
• Oversee the management of DP FMEA programs and ensure adherence to IMCA requirements for relevant vessels.
• Conduct vessel audits, inspections, and navigational assessments, with emphasis on construction barges and associated offshore operations.
• Review and monitor vessel performance, incident reports, risk assessments, and corrective actions.

Leadership and Team Development

• Provide strong leadership and direction to a diverse team of marine professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Establish clear performance objectives, conduct regular appraisals, and support the professional development and continuous training of direct reports.
• Ensure effective resource allocation and coordination among the various teams, including compliance, chartering, operations, and engineering, to achieve organizational goals.
• Promote positive workforce engagement and alignment with the Operational Excellence strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marine / mechanical engineering or other engineering disciplines
• Professional qualification is preferred
• Acceptable for review by SDOO – Equivalent experience with HND Diploma or Sailing Experience in Rank as Chief Officer or Master Mariner
• Minimum 12 year’s relevant experience in Offshore Construction in Oil & Gas Industry / in Offshore Marine Industry / in Vessel Chartering
• Shore-based experience within marine assurance, HSEQ, marine operations, or technical management.
• In-depth understanding of chartering practices, shipping contracts, and the maritime industry.
• In-depth understanding of EPC of offshore Oil & Gas industry / Wind farm / Renewable energy
• Experience of ARAMCO or ADNOC requirements is a plus

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