Marine Superintendent (Chemical Tankers)

27 Nov 2026
Zadar, Croatia
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About the job

The Marine Superintendent is responsible for supporting the safe and compliant operation of assigned vessels in accordance with the ISM Code, MLC, ISPS, ISO standards, and TQM requirements. The role ensures performance in navigation, cargo handling, and mooring, provides operational and regulatory guidance, and contributes to audits, investigations, and risk assessments. The Marine Superintendent also supports emergency response coordination and fosters cross-functional collaboration to maintain high operational standards

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and support day-to-day marine operations for assigned chemical vessels, ensuring compliance with ISM Code, MLC, ISPS, ISO standards and industry standards and customer requirements as defined in the Total Quality Management System (TQM). 

• Monitor KPIs, safety statistics, and trends for assigned vessels; support Management Reviews by contributing operational feedback and identifying areas for improvement 

• Support the operational performance of Navigation, Chemical Cargo Handling, and Mooring, assist as a member of the Subject Matter Expert Groups (SmE).

• Provide nautical and regulatory guidance to Masters and vessel teams, particularly on navigation, mooring, cargo handling, and operational safety. 

• Provide guidance to Masters in preparing plans for tank cleaning operations, monitoring stowage plans and ensuring the voyage is commercially effectively executed.

• Support internal and external audits, inspections (e.g., SIRE, CDI, Rightship, Charterers inspection); assist in audit planning and execution, pre-vetting preparations, and timely follow-up of findings. 

• Carry out planned internal audits across ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL areas; assign follow-up tasks, and ensure timely closure of findings. 

• Conduct or assist in incident investigations using our methodology, including reporting, analysis, and promoting experience sharing within the fleet 

• Support the BU’s Management of Change (MOC) process and Risk Assessment processes by evaluating marine risks and their consistent application throughout ship and shore operations. 

• Support interdepartmental cooperation by supporting other teams (e.g., BD, Crewing, MQA) to support vessel operations, training strategies, and project development. 

• Assist assigned vessels during emergencies and actively participate in the company’s shore-based Emergency Response Team, performing designated roles and responsibilities as directed. 

• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties. These may change, or new ones may be assigned, with notice, at any time. 

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Valid STCW Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner) with substantial seagoing experience on chemical tankers, preferably as Chief Officer and/or Master.

• Strong knowledge of ISM Code, MLC, ISPS, SOLAS, and MARPOL requirements. 

• In-depth understanding of customer vetting and clearance regimes 

• Experience in audits, inspections (e.g., SIRE, CDI), and handling emergency response procedures. 

• Good leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; able to coordinate with multiple departments. 

• Familiar with chemical vessel operations, safety systems, and able to support training and risk assessment process

What we offer

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in a reputable company

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• The chance to work with a diverse team and engage in challenging projects

• A supportive and inclusive company culture

Our values are: 

• Safety

• Transparency

• Relationship

• Innovation


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