Marine Safety Officer

We are looking for the immediate hiring of an expert and committed Safety Officer at our Sharjah Hamriyah Free Zone office who would be responsible for the safety and security of the vessel and yard operations, and the crew of our vessels.

This requires skills in safety management systems, hazards identification, and risk evaluation. Marine safety officer will collaborate with the management, yard personnel, ship crew, and maintain environmental compliance

Linden Shipping International LLC (LSI) is a Marine Chartering and Towage Company. In 2007 LSI opened its new premises in Sharjah Hamriyah Free Zone with a 13,545 sq. mt yard adjacent to the port Jetty reserved for LSI vessels and their associates. LSI currently owns 62 vessels, and 8 cranes, as well as managing several vessels for their owners, and employs around 315 full-time staff. Our services include marine chartering, marine transportation, ship management, towages, offshore support, and marine construction projects.

Roles and Duties

• Perform safety checks and inspections of vessels.
• Create and execute safety management systems.
• Examine the compliance of ships with international maritime safety standards.
• Instruct crew members on safety procedures and emergency response measures.
• Conduct an in-depth incident investigation to identify key causes.
• Draft reports and documentation for the assessment of safety performance and compliance.
• Engage with the regulatory authorities during safety inspections and audits.
• Advance a culture of safety and regular development on board.

Qualifications And Certifications

• Occupational Health and Safety
• Professional certifications of Certified Marine Safety Officer (CMSO), Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Skills And Expertise

Below is the list of skill sets and experience for the role of marine safety officer sought by the employers:

• 3-8 years of prior professional experience in marine safety.
• Knowledge of marine safety software like the Marine Safety Management System (MSMS), Safety Management System (SMS).
• Knowledge of regulations and standards of marine and safety for crew and package.
• Proper communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to think and act analytically in solving issues.
• Attention to detail.

Job Type: Full-time