LPSQ Superintendent

General Job Description

Our Shipmanagement client requires an experienced LPQS Superintendent for their operations in Cyprus.  As a LPQS Superintendent, you will be responsible for ensuring vessels comply with LPQS processes, procedures and standards.

The Successful Applicant

Given that this is a massively important position within our clients’ operation, it is imperative that candidates have strong experience and naturally have a passion for keeping themselves up to date with quality, environmental and safety standards and legislation expected in the industry.

Naturally, to be successful in your application and in this role, you will have to be confident in your approach and knowledge and ultimately, an excellent communicator.  This role is based in Cyprus but it is essential that you are fluent in English as well as knowledge of the local language.

In terms of experience, our client is looking for you to have at least 3 years sailing experience as a Master.  We are expecting a lot of interest in this position so it is likely that to be successful in your application that you will currently be in a similar position with between 4 and 6 years’ experience.

Job Description

• Supports the identification of changes in the relevant to LPSQ legislation and contributes in the development and update of the local LPSQ rules, standards and procedures, so as to enhance the compliance of the SMC’s operations with the most recent LPSQ practices and improvements.
• Monitor competition concerning the methods and regulations of the LPSQ operations, in order to retrieve the required information for the suggestion of improvements that will enhance the operational effectiveness and increase the competitiveness and corporate image of the Company. 
• Monitors and reviews the accurate implementation of the Company’s established environmental policies on the assigned vessels and proposes improvements that will enhance their effectiveness.
• Supports the development of on-board investigation plan and upon approval performs ship visits to the assigned vessels regarding LPSQ issues and standards, in order to identify the compliance of the vessels’ operations with the LPSQ standards and processes.
• Investigates possible causes of accidents/incident, and develops relevant reports, providing recommendations for improvements in procedures or working behaviours. Upon approval follows-up and monitor the accurate implementation of corrective actions.
• Implements the International Safety Management (ISM) Code and other shipboard audits to all vessels assigned, so as to achieve and maintain accreditation in accordance with legislative requirements. Ensures that PAL Compliance module is updated with NC/Obs identified during ship visits.
• Develops all necessary reports and documentation concerning LPSQ issues and results and upon approval, submits them to ship owners, BSM clients and management, thus contributing to the better collaboration, enhancement of clients’ commitment and promotion of Company’s profile.
• Coordinates and interacts with external maritime authorities, auditors and/or any other supervisory bodies, providing all the required information, in order to support the effective and objective execution of external audits.
• In coordination with Fleet Managers and Superintendents, implements the Performance Appraisals for all Senior Officers of the assigned vessels, in order to contribute appropriately to their career development. Identifies training needs and provides on board training to ship staff during ship visits.

Remuneration Package on Offer

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package