About the Role
This position is responsible for ensuring that the Safety Management System remains current and that vessel operations adhere to Flag State regulations, legislations, and Company requirements. The role also involves maintaining vessel security by staying informed about security issues, compliance with procedures, and advising on strategies. Additionally, the position requires developing, updating, and implementing the NSQL Management System for continuous improvement aligned with industry standards and best practices.
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Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities:
Systems Management:
- Implement the NSQL Management System for Continuous Improvement in accordance with marine and shipping industry requirements and best practices.
- Maintain the company's International Quality System Standards by maintaining policies and procedures for Quality and Environment certification (ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001).
- Ensure timely updates to the NSQL ISM using the Company’s SMS Update System within the Management of Change process.
- Maintain an up-to-date Company HSE monitoring system ensuring full adherence to set deadlines.
- Oversee the Company HSSEQ management system to ensure continuous improvement.
- Establish awareness of the latest HSSEQ regulations and legislation, analyzing their impact on Company operations.
- Ensure compliance and certification for ISM and ISPS codes by managing the Company SMS.
- Steer the re-issuance of updated SMS promptly, ensuring the fleet is up to date with the latest Company requirements.
Vessel Security & Safety:
- Act as the Designated Person Ashore when required by the International Safety Management (ISM) code, and alternate as the Company Security Officer as required by the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code.
- Develop and implement security procedures for the Company fleet vessels.
Emergency Response:
- Develop Company Emergency response procedures as part of the crisis management team and ensure the emergency response center is always prepared.
- Plan, organize, and execute emergency response exercises/drills in compliance with emergency response procedures to guarantee readiness.
Monitoring, Audits and Compliance:
- Conduct Internal ISM and ISPS Audits on NSQL managed vessels, ensuring that all observations and non-conformances are addressed and closed out promptly.
Generic Accountabilities:
Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment (QHSE):
- Adhere to all relevant QHSE policies, procedures, instructions, and controls to provide a safe, secure, and environmentally responsible service.
Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures:
- Implement approved divisional policies, processes, and procedures, and provide guidance to ensure proper implementation.
Other Responsibilities:
- Organize and distribute Company circulars to vessels in a timely manner.
- Maintain and update the NSQL KPI sheet and scorecard.
- Participate in training employees on the SMS.
- Create fit-for-purpose publications and reference materials to stay current with regulatory requirements.
- Perform other duties as directed by the immediate supervisor.
Competencies
- Achievement Oriented - Intermediate
- Business Process Analysis - Specialist
- Collaboration & Team Work - Intermediate
- Customer Centricity - Intermediate
- Drive Vision - Basic
- Emergency Response - Specialist
- Empower & Nurture Talent - Intermediate
- Environmental Risk Management - Specialist
- Fleet Safety Management - Specialist
- Health Management - Specialist
- Incident Management - Specialist
- Interactive Communication - Intermediate
- Solution Oriented - Intermediate
- Fleet Quality Assurance - Specialist
Key Result Areas
- Ensure that all Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality Management policies are implemented and adhered to across all NSQL vessels.
- Conduct thorough investigations of incidents and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
Interactions and Working Relations
Internal:
- Collaborate closely with NSQL Fleet, Commercial & Planning, and Company Joint venture companies.
External:
- Engage with government departments/agencies, industry bodies, major international Qatari companies, Classification Societies, and Company Joint venture interest companies.
Financial Authorities
Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering or an equivalent degree in a Maritime/shipping discipline.
Experience:
- 8 years of relevant experience in Occupational Health & Safety, with a minimum of four years in the oil and gas shipping industry.
- Extensive knowledge and experience in Environmental Management systems and ISO/ISPS/TMSA/HSSEQ audits.
Job Specific Skills:
- Excellent English language skills – both written and oral.
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Problem identification and effective solution abilities.
- Service and quality-oriented attitude.
- Proficient in various computer programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, etc.).
