▷ (Urgent) Marine & QSHE Superintendent

Company Brief

House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping's commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals. We're excited to partner with one of our fastest-growing clients to help them find top talent!

Currently House of Shipping is looking to identify a high caliber Marine & QSHE Superintendent.

This position is an on-site position for Chennai.

Background and experience :

• 3 years as Master in command
• Strong understanding of SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, ISM Code, ISO Standards, and maritime risk management.
• Experience handling third-party inspections and internal audits.
• Proven ability to lead investigations and manage corrective action plans.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.
• Familiar with ISM / ISPS codes, and other IMO regulations.
• Exposure to vetting inspections, PSC, terminal operations, and cargo handling procedures.
• Familiar with planned maintenance systems (PMS) and ERP / technical fleet systems.
• Experience in conducting navigational audits, officer briefings, and contributing to incident investigations.
• Operational knowledge of container and bulk carriers
• Experience in internal audits, incident investigation, risk management, and marine inspections
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• Good command of the English language.

Job purpose :

The Marine & QSHE Superintendent includes supporting shipboard leadership, overseeing navigational and cargo practices, preparing for third-party inspections, and ensuring implementation of the Company’s Safety Management System onboard. The role also focuses on crew competence, safety culture, and performance improvement through regular vessel visits and audits. This role also ensures compliance with the ISM Code, ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001), and other maritime safety, environmental, and occupational health regulations. The role ensures operational continuity as the DPA and supports investigations, audits, and awareness-building initiatives across the fleet.

Main tasks and responsibilities :

Operational Support & Implementation

Audit & Inspection Preparedness

Crew Management & Training

Reporting & Documentation

QSHE Responsibilities

Support & Backup Responsibilities

Management System Implementation

Incident Investigation & Reporting

Training, Awareness & Safety Culture

Audit & Inspection Coordination

Documentation and Compliance

Customer and Regulatory Awareness

Education requirements :

Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner) required, Designated Person Ashore and Company Security Officer qualification; Lead auditor Certification preferred