Marine Technical Project Officer

About Varuna Marine Services (VMS)

Varuna Marine Services is a global compliance partner for shipowners and managers, offering inspection, sampling, and documentation services to ensure full adherence to IHM, Ballast Water Management, USEPA / VGP, PFAS, SOLAS, MARPOL, and Flag / Class requirements. From survey scheduling to post-audit support, we act as a full-spectrum partner across all compliance stages.

Role Overview

As a Technical Project Manager, you will oversee technical execution and compliance delivery of complex shipboard and regulatory projects. Your role will include survey coordination, project evaluation, regulatory alignment, and acting as a technical liaison between the client, laboratories, class societies, and flag states. You will ensure that services are executed in line with applicable IMO instruments, class rules, flag circulars, and international environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for IHM Survey & Maintenance (EU SRR, HKC), Ballast Water Testing (IMO, USCG), PFOS / PFAS & Foam Testing (MSC.1 / Circ.1312, MSC.107(73)), and USEPA / VGP Water Sampling.
• Prepare project-specific checklists, sampling plans, and compliance deliverables.
• Evaluate vessel-specific technical parameters and pre-assess compliance risks.
• Act as a technical interface with Class societies and Flag Administrations.
• Serve as the central point of contact for technical managers and fleet superintendents.
• Interpret and apply SOLAS, MARPOL, and Flag circulars across all service areas.
• Maintain ISO-compliant documentation and ensure audit-ready deliverables.
• Review test results, issue reports, and coordinate Class or Flag approvals.

Technical Domains Covered

Qualifications

Education & Experience :

Technical Expertise :

Performance KPIs

KPI

Description

Project On-Time Completion

Survey-to-report delivery adherence

Class / Flag Compliance Accuracy

Zero technical rejections or revisions

Client Feedback Score

Post-project feedback from superintendents

Response Time to Regulatory Updates

Integration into SOPs and briefings

Internal QA Pass Rate

Non-conformities in documentation or execution

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Please send your CV and technical portfolio to hr@varunamarine.eu

Subject : Application for Technical Project Manager - VMS