HSSEQ Superintendent (Ship Owner)

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Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate HSE activities during project development, commissioning and operational readiness.
  • Support LNG vessel, terminal or FSRU-related safety and operational matters.
  • Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, risk assessments and other safety studies.
  • Monitor the completion of actions arising from audits, inspections and risk reviews.
  • Review and support Management of Change activities.
  • Develop and review HSE policies, risk assessments and operational procedures.
  • Ensure project-specific requirements are appropriately incorporated into the Safety Management System.
  • Support procedures covering LNG transfers, simultaneous operations, permits to work, isolation and emergency operations.
  • Coordinate ship-shore safety and emergency-response arrangements.
  • Plan and participate in emergency exercises and drills.
  • Review incidents and near misses, support investigations and monitor corrective actions.
  • Assist with vessel audits, inspections and operational-readiness reviews.
  • Support preparations for external inspections and marine-assurance requirements.
  • Monitor HSE performance and prepare reports for management.
  • Promote safety awareness through training, campaigns and lessons learned.
  • Liaise with vessel teams, terminals, contractors, classification societies and relevant authorities.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Diploma, degree or recognised professional qualification in Nautical Studies, Marine, Safety, HSE or a related discipline.
  • Previous seagoing experience up to at least Second Officer level on any vessel type.
  • Shore-based experience in HSE, marine safety, vessel operations or a related function.
  • Good knowledge of safety-management systems, risk assessments and incident investigations.
  • Experience participating in HAZID, HAZOP or similar safety studies would be advantageous.
  • LNG carrier, FSRU, LNG terminal, gas-carrier or other high-hazard operational experience would be preferred.
  • Familiarity with ISM, ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL and relevant maritime regulations.
  • Understanding of permit-to-work systems, emergency preparedness and Management of Change.
  • Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills.
  • Able to work independently and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Willingness to travel and attend vessels, terminals or project sites when required.