OPERATIONS OFFICER – MARITIME

An opportunity exists for a qualified and experienced Operations Officer – Maritime to support vessel operations, maritime compliance, safety management and fleet readiness.

This is a specialised maritime position requiring a relevant Deck Certificate of Competency and practical vessel/shipping operations experience. Candidates with only general operations, logistics, port administration or HSE experience will not meet the essential technical requirements.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants MUST meet both essential technical requirements below to be considered:

• Deck Certificate of Competency (CoC): Possession of a relevant Deck CoC is compulsory. Applicants must clearly state their licence grade, issuing authority, licence number and validity details in their CV, where applicable.
• Vessel/Shipping Operations Experience: Demonstrable practical experience in vessel and/or shipping operations is compulsory. General logistics, warehouse, port administration or HSE experience alone will not suffice.

Additional requirements:

• Sound working knowledge of maritime operations, vessel safety and compliance.
• Relevant responsibilities, employment dates and maritime certifications must be clearly documented in the CV.
• A degree in Nautical Science is preferred but does not replace either mandatory requirement.
• STCW Basic Safety Training or general HSE certification alone does not satisfy the Deck CoC requirement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Designated Person Ashore (DPA) in driving vessel compliance and HSE standards.
• Monitor the Safety Management System (SMS), identify compliance gaps and report the need for corrective action or improvements.
• Monitor safety and pollution-prevention practices across the fleet.
• Support vessel and office inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure relevant documentation and records are available for vessel and office audits.
• Maintain and review daily vessel reports, escalate operational issues and follow up on required interventions.
• Monitor fleet certificates, expiry dates, renewals and outstanding compliance requirements.
• Liaise with the Crewing Unit to ensure vessels are adequately manned in accordance with their Safe Manning Certificates.
• Prepare operational reports, correspondence and other documentation while maintaining accurate records and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with relevant internal teams and external stakeholders to support safe, compliant and efficient vessel operations.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Strong reporting, documentation and records-management skills.
• Excellent planning, coordination and organisational abilities.
• Attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• High levels of confidentiality, accountability and professionalism.
• Good customer service orientation.
• Strong commitment to safety, pollution prevention and regulatory compliance.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Compulsory: Relevant Deck Certificate of Competency (CoC).
• Compulsory: Demonstrated vessel and/or shipping operations experience.
• Preferred: Degree in Nautical Science.
• Relevant maritime, safety and operational certifications should be clearly stated in the CV.

Email subject: Operations Officer – Maritime

Applicants should clearly highlight their Deck CoC details, relevant vessel/shipping operations experience and professional certifications in their CV.

Applications will be assessed against the stated technical requirements. Candidates whose CVs do not demonstrate the mandatory qualifications and experience may not be shortlisted.

Work Location: In person