Marine Superintendent

About This Role

Marine Superintendent is a shore-based senior role in the maritime/shipping industry. The professional oversees the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a fleet of vessels (tankers, bulk carriers, offshore vessels, etc.). In the UAE, this role is common with companies in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, often involving oil & gas, logistics, or ship management firms.

A Marine Superintendent acts as the main link between ship and shore. Core duties include:

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure vessels comply with ISM, ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL, MLC, ISO, and UAE Federal Transport Authority (or local port authority) requirements. Oversee audits, inspections (PSC, Flag, Class, SIRE, etc.), and corrective actions.
• Vessel Operations & Seaworthiness: Monitor day-to-day performance, navigation standards, cargo operations, crewing, and technical condition. Ensure vessels are properly manned, maintained, and equipped.
• Audits & Inspections: Plan and conduct regular ship visits, internal/external audits, and prepare vessels for vetting, dry-docking, and surveys.
• Incident Management: Investigate accidents/incidents, root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures. Participate in Emergency Response Teams.
• Crew & HR Management: Authorize senior officer selection, performance appraisals, crew logistics, training, and promote safety culture.
• Maintenance & Budget: Oversee planned maintenance, dry-docking, repairs, and cost control.
• Communication & Liaison: Act as the primary contact for ship masters, flag states, classification societies, P&I clubs, and internal departments. Promote good ship-shore communication.
• Environmental & Quality: Monitor HSE (Health, Safety, Environment) performance, drug/alcohol testing, and quality standards.
• Other: Support vetting processes, risk assessments, and continuous improvement of marine operations.

In UAE-specific roles (e.g., ADNOC, V.Group, or tanker fleets), emphasis is placed on tanker/STS operations, regional port coordination, and alignment with local regulations

CategoryRequirementsEducationBachelor’s/Master’s in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, or related maritime field.CertificatesMaster Mariner (Unlimited/Class 1) or Chief Engineer CoC (preferred). Often requires sailing experience as Master or Chief Engineer. ISM Internal Auditor qualification is a plus.Sea Experience5–10+ years at sea, with significant time in senior ranks (e.g., 2–3 years as Master/Chief Officer or Chief Engineer).Shore Experience3–8 years as Marine/Technical Superintendent or similar shore-based role, preferably in UAE/GCC.Key SkillsStrong knowledge of IMO conventions, leadership, crisis management, English fluency (Arabic is a big advantage in UAE), budget management, vetting (SIRE/OCIMF), and computer skills (MS Office, etc.). UAE driving license often required for port visits.OtherExperience with dry-docking (e.g., Drydocks World), offshore vessels, or LNG/STS operations is highly valued in UAE. Valid UAE residency visa sponsorship is common for expats.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1.00 - AED10.00 per month

Work Location: In person