In a highly competitive environment, Bibby Ship Managements dedication to quality and safety brings economic advantages to its clients. In particular the company’s adherence to stringent safety management systems, industry foresight and professional integrity mean that the long term interests of clients are prioritised.

Technical Superintendent (Liverpool)

Based in Bibby Ship Management Limited’s offices in Liverpool, you will have responsibility for the efficient operation of the vessels assigned to you. You will operate to Company procedures and best ship management practices whilst giving absolute regard to safety of life at sea and protection of the environment at all time.

Working as part of a team, co-operation and flexibility together with excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential. The ability to plan and deliver within given deadlines is imperative as is the ability to administer technical and budgetary requirements. You should have previous experience as a Superintendent Engineer, or have recent experience as a Chief or Second Engineer and be able to demonstrate a willingness to further your career ashore. You should preferably have a recognised engineering or naval architecture qualification either at sea or from an educational establishment.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. No relocation allowance is offered for this position.

A Comprehensive remuneration package offered commensurate with experience and skills.

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General National Martime Transport Company, has an excelletn opportunity for two operations assistants to join their team in Tripoli.

To begin with, you will be responsible for disbursements accounts, building your way up into post fixture work and in the future potential growth into operations such as developing/negotiating the time charter parceling service, fixing a vessel on spot voyage basis and fully handling operations for all tankers and liquid bulk cargoee.

You will liaise with vessle agents, charteres, brokers and be repsonsible for freight/hire/brokerage payment, voyage orders, notices, profit and loss calculations, bunkering and so on. You must have minimum of one year experience in the liquid bulk market operations. You should be literate, fluent in oral.written english and the ablity to work in a team environment.

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To have responsibility for the efficient operation of the fleet vessels and supervise Ship Management Team operating to Company procedures and best ship management practices whilst giving absolute regard to safety of life at sea and protection of the environment at all times.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities include:

Planning, controlling and execution of all activities related to maintenance, repairs, survey and certificate requirements, dry-docking, conversion or modification of fleet vessels.
Formulating a dynamic work plan and action list with the vessel's command, to ensure that the vessel is maintained in accordance with the Owner's policy and to receive regular reports as to its progress.

Working with other members of the Management Team to co-ordinate all relevant information required for the preparation of the fleet vessels running cost budgets. Ensuring that strict cost control on all aspects of fleet vessel expenditure is enforced and taking action where necessary to bring costs to budgets level.

Monitoring of fleet vessel performance trends including speed, fuel and lubricating oil consumptions and to take remedial actions where these are out with agreed or expected parameters.

Supervise visits to the fleet vessels on regular basis and reporting on general condition, repairs and maintenance, crew performance, safety, environmental protection, and any actions required. Discussing with Ship's Command the work plan, running costs, spares and stores and other issues of concern and reporting on same.

Providing reports to Owners concerning the management, expenditure and condition of the vessel as per the Management Agreement.

supervise all necessary vessel orders for stores, spares, repairs and survey within limits of authority to ensure that the vessel remains adequately stocked for safe and efficient operation and to obtain the Client's approval for any unbudgeted expenditure.

Working closely with the MS&Q Superintendent to ensure that repairs of all reported deficiencies, damages and non-conformities are cleared as quickly as possible.

Assisting the MS&Q Superintendent in the investigation of Incidents and to establish the root cause and make recommendations to prevent a recurrence. Assisting as required in any emergency response.

Preparing any Insurance claims and to liaise with Owners and Underwriters' representatives in processing claims and submissions of allegations.

Requirements of the job: (Essential skills, qualifications and experience)

Previous experience as Fleet Superintendent Engineer in Technical Department, or previous experience in a Senior Engineering position in the Marine Industry.

Recognised senior marine engineering qualification.

Ability to administer technical and budgetary requirements.

Good communicator.

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Survey Operations Policy Lead

Based in MCA Headquarters, Southampton.

Starting salary £35,324 + substantial benefits rising to a maximum of £44,352

The MCA is looking for a marine professional to join its Survey Operations Branch at its Headquarters in Southampton. The Branch is a focal point for advice on survey matters to government, marine surveyors, industry, flag states, and classification societies. The post offers the opportunity to help shape policy for the consistent application of survey and certification requirements for UK ships of all types, home and abroad.
Other aspects of this role include monitoring of MCA surveyors‘ health and safety and assisting with the implementation of IMO, ILO and other international requirements into UK law.

Please note we do not accept CVs in lieu of a fully completed application form.

For full details and an application form please click on the below link. If you have any further queries we recommend that you contact us to discuss the vacancy, the relevant contact details can be found on our website.

Closing date: 16th July 2009

Interviews and assessments: Interviews/assessments will be held in Southampton on date to be confirmed.

Vacancy reference: 17/09

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UK Flag State Marine Surveyors

(Ship, Engineer and Nautical Discipline)

Marine Offices in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Cardiff and Eastern England

The MCA is looking for a number of surveyors to join its multidiscipline survey teams.

Successful applicants will assist in meeting the MCA’s maritime strategy of Safer Ships and Cleaner Seas, you will carry out statutory surveys, inspections, audits and enforcement duties, in a combination of desk work and ship surveys.

This is a very varied and rewarding job, with the opportunity to bring your professional and technical skills to supporting the expanding UK merchant fleet and offshore industry, with its diverse customer base. The role involves official travel throughout UK, offshore and short term survey visits overseas, for which a full driving licence valid for the UK is required.

With a marine industry background, and extensive experience in a managerial role, onboard ship or in a technical capacity, you will hold at least an MCA STCW II/2 Master unlimited Certificate of Competency, MCA STCW Chief Engineer III/2 Unlimited Certificate of Competency or an Honours Degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Technology.

You will be commercially aware, have good communication skills and be able to deliver excellent customer service and most importantly, share our vision of ensuring that the MCA remains the world leader in maritime safety.

We offer all the benefits that you would associate with a progressive public sector organisation, including 30 days holiday a year plus 10.5 public and privilege days, excellent pension options, flexible working, continuous professional development and other work life balance policies, including beneficial childcare arrangements.
For full details and an application form please click on the below link. If you have any further queries we recommend that you contact us to discuss the vacancy, the relevant contact details can be found on our website.

Please note that we do not accept CVs in lieu of a fully completed application form.

Salary: Starting salary £35,324 + substantial benefits rising to a maximum of £44,352

Closing date: Midday Thursday 16th July

Interviews will be held week commencing 27th July 2009

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Examiner of Masters and Mates

Southampton

£35,324 - £44,352 pa + substantial benefits

The Maritime Coastguard Agency is internationally acknowledged by Governments and Maritime Organisations as a world authority on marine safety. We have Marine Offices and Coastguard Stations around the UK coastline as well as our headquarters based in Southampton. As an organisation we are committed to preventing loss of life, continuously improving maritime safety and protecting the marine environment - ‘Safer lives, Safer Ships, Cleaner Seas’. We also believe strongly in nurturing and developing talent.

The Seafarer Training & Certification Branch of the MCA, based at HQ in Southampton, is responsible for UK Training & Certification policy and standards.

Your role will involve the development and implementation of standards of training and certification in accordance with international conventions and national requirements; consultation and collaboration with the Merchant Navy Training Board, social partners, nautical colleges and other training establishments in the UK and abroad; assessment of applications for Safe Manning Documents; and carrying out oral examinations in seamanship and navigation as required.

You will need to hold a Class 1 Master Mariner UK Certificate of Competency and it is imperative that you have significant shipboard management or equivalent industrial experience at sea. Although based in Southampton, you will be expected to attend international and national meetings with customers and stakeholders representing industry and other government departments. You should, therefore, be willing to travel and have a full, clean driving licence. Owing to the nature of the business, you may also be required to undertake occasional work outside of normal conditioned hours. Short term visits abroad may also be necessary.

We offer all the benefits that you would associate with a progressive public sector organisation, including 30 days holiday a year plus 10.5 public and privilege days, excellent pension options, flexible working and other work life balance policies, including beneficial childcare arrangements and a subsidised gym (Southampton site only).

For full details and an application form please click on the below link. If you have any further queries we recommend that you contact us to discuss the vacancy, and the relevant contact details can be found on our website.

Please note we do not accept CVs in lieu of a fully completed application form.

Closing date: 2nd July 09

Assessments/Interviews: Will be held in Southampton week commencing 13th July 2009.

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Marine Surveyors (Grade 2)

(Ship, Engineer and Nautical Discipline)

Marine Office Aberdeen and Leith

The MCA is looking for a number of grade 2 marine surveyors to join its multidiscipline survey teams in the Aberdeen and Leith marine offices.

Successful applicants will assist in meeting the MCA’s maritime strategy of Safer Ships and Cleaner Seas and you will carry out statutory surveys, inspections, audits and enforcement duties, in a combination of desk work and vessel surveys.

This is a very varied and rewarding job, with the opportunity to bring your professional and technical skills to supporting the merchant ship and fishing vessel fleet, with its diverse customer base. The role involves official travel thoughout UK (full driving licence valid for the UK is required) and short term survey visits overseas.
With a marine industry background, you will hold at least an MCA STCW II/2 Master unlimited Certificate of Competency, MCA STCW Chief Engineer III/2 Unlimited Certificate of Competency, or an Honours Degree in Naval Architecture, Ship Science, Marine Engineering, Mechanical and Marine Engineering or Marine Technology.

Alternatively, you will have FV Class 1 supported by extensive experience in a managerial role onboard ship, or in a technical capacity of responsibility within the maritime industry. The essential breadth of relevant experience would not normally be gained in less than 5 years following qualification. Exceptional candidates with one of the following qualifications may be considered: II/2 Chief Mate (unlimited) or III/2 Second Engineer >3000kW; supported by extensive experience at that level onboard ship; or an HND(subject as per degrees above - to allow for entry to degree course) plus extensive experience in a technical capacity within the marine industry.

You will be commercially aware, have good communication skills and be able to deliver excellent customer service and most importantly, share our vision of ensuring that the MCA remains the world leader in maritime safety.

In return we offer continuous professional development, all the benefits that you would associate with a progressive public sector organisation, including 30 days holiday a year plus 10.5 public and privilege days, excellent pension options, flexible working, and other work life balance policies, including beneficial childcare arrangements.

Salary: Starting salary £24,610 + substantial benefits rising to a maximum of £30,852
For full details and an application form please click on the below link. If you have any further queries we recommend that you contact us to discuss the vacancy, and the relevant contact details can be found on our website.

Please note that we do not accept CVs in lieu of a fully completed application form.

Closing date: Thursday 16th July 2009.

Interviews will be held week commencing 27th July, in our Marine Office Aberdeen.

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London based shipowners urgently require an Engineer Superintendent with chemical tanker and oil tanker experience to join their expanding operation. Attention to detail and working to tight budgets and deadlines are essential ingredients for success.

International travel, often at short notice, is anticipated. A very competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

There is a distinct possibility that the Engineer Superintendent position (must be C/E motor certificate holder) can be offered to candidates seeking their first shore based employment opportunity. Assistance with relocation costs will be considered.

Please apply to for the position via the link below. Applicants must have the right to EU employment.

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Deputy Project Manager with at least 5 years oil/gas industry experience is sought for contractual employment in Luanda, Angola. The position will offer both shore based and offshore FPSO based work hence linguistic skills in English plus French or Portuguese would be a definite asset to the job holder .

An excellent salary and benefits package is offered for the position which is due to commence around end July.

Please apply via the link below indicating your salary, or day rate, expectations.

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Engineer Superintendents required for ship management company operating a diverse modern fleet of oil, chemical and gas tankers vessels amongst others. Experienced candidates are sought by this high profile company, which is offering a progressive career development structure with an excellent salary and benefits package.

Applications from candidates are sought who are seeking employment in NW European countries as well as within the UK.

Applicants must have the right to full EU employment. Please apply for the positions via the link below.

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Osprey are a leading UK based Marine Transport Contractor. With expansion of our Offshore Energy portfolio, we are recruiting for a

MARINE PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR

This position would suit a graduate from a marine operations course or deck officer wanting a shore based job, as experience of commercial marine operations is essential.

Working as part of a team with individual responsibilities, the key role is:

• Project based managing a spread of marine equipment, normally tugs and barges undertaking multi-voyage transportation
• Organising loading and unloading operations
• Liaising with relevant Marine Authorities

The role will be based at our Newcastle Office

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South Tyneside’s Marine College is the only college in the UK to gain ‘National nautical Centre of Excellence’ status from the UK Government, in recognition of the excellent quality of its marine and nautical training. 2009 is an exciting time for the college, with a new management team pursuing excellence through a strong commitment to change and innovation.

South Tyneside’s Marine College is currently undergoing significant expansion and we are looking for talented, enthusiastic staff to join our team of permanent lecturing staff. We value our staff and offer a strong benefits package which includes:

• Financial help towards relocation
• Excellent pension benefits
• Good promotion opportunities
• Generous holidays (40 days per annum)
• An introductory bonus (up to £4k) for eligible staff

In exchange we are looking for applicants with:

• Masters FG certificates of competency, ship handling experience as Master would be advantageous
• Electro-technical and Electrical Officers, educated to degree level, preferably with High Voltage, Communication system or DP experience
• Chief Engineer unlimited certificates of competency, experience on cruise or LNG vessels would be advantageous

South Tyneside’s Marine College is located in South Shields, a picturesque seaside resort in the north east of England. It is close to the lively city of Newcastle and the beautiful Northumbrian countryside. Come and enjoy an extremely high standard of living (house prices are c25% lower than the England and Wales average).

South Tyneside College is committed to equal opportunities and promotes equality and diversity to all its learners and staff. Applications for job share are welcomed.

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Tidewater Marine is continuously acquiring/building vessels to strengthen their modern, AHTS and PSV International fleet. As a result of an ongoing requirement, we are currently seeking experienced Electrical Technical Officer’s (ETO’s). Ideally, applicants will be STCW’95 compliant and hold a relevant BTEC HND qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. Experience in diesel-electric propulsion systems would be advantageous.

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Tidewater Marine owns and operates one of the largest fleet of offshore support and service vessels trading worldwide. We have a commitment to maintaining the highest standards and for continuous improvement, both of our Fleet and our personnel.

We are currently seeking candidates to fulfil the role of Security Officer on a back to back rota based predominantly in Douala, Cameroon.

This is a new role, reporting to the Senior Vice President for the Region, and requires a hands-on and proactive approach in supporting our local management teams in continuing to ensure the highest standards of security for our operations. Ideally applicants will come from a Marine, Military or Police Force background, have a proven track record in liaising with existing clients and building good relationships, writing and implementing procedures and developing and maintaining training standards for our marine personnel however, attitude and ability are key factors to this role and training will be provided for the right candidates.

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V.Ships is the world's leading marine services group. From technical and crew management to finance and consulting, V.Ships strives to provide innovative and tailored solutions to clients' needs. If you are looking for fresh and exciting challenges with the global market leader and think you've got what it takes, then apply today.

Due to further expansion we are looking for Superintendents to join our team in Cyprus. This is a challenging yet highly rewarding position with a company that supports your development and recognises your achievements.

The role

You will plan, control and carry out all the activities connected with the maintenance, repairs, dry docking, conversion or modification of your assigned vessels. You will play an integral role in supporting the business' strategic plans for continued growth and expansion.

The candidate

You will have previous experience as a Fleet Superintendent or Naval Architect in the marine industry. In addition you will possess excellent communication and report writing skills. Experience onboard LPG, Tankers, Dry Cargo or Offshore vessels is essential.

The reward

An excellent salary and benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate. This is a valuable opportunity to join a pioneering, international ship management company which offers training and career development prospects as well as global opportunities at all levels of business.

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Responsbilities:  

• To assist and support members of the Technical Services product team and the Account Sales Management team, in administrative, technical and commercial matters.
• To pro-actively promote our products and services to all customers.
• Conceptualising and pricing of Life Raft and Fleet Agreements together with Product Specialists and Account Management.
• To register and maintain fleet agreement information in the IT systems available
• To pro-actively monitor and arrange Services for customers with Fleet or Life Raft Agreements.
• To coordinate all service related jobs and ensure correct recording of inquiries and orders within the in-house system.
• Implement and coordinate specifically nominated RFN agreements
• To ensure that invoices are issued in accordance with quotations, contracts and agreements.
• To report and take corrective action to ensure sales budgets are achieved and contractual obligations are fulfilled.
• To provide regular feedback on technical service quality and commercial issues raised by customers to the Customer Service manager, Product Specialists and Account Management teams.
• To register complaints and non-compliances through the improvement system and follow up to ensure closure to the customer’s satisfaction.
• To coordinate with spares centres and the supply network for purchase of parts wherever required.
• To gather information required to help investigate and resolve invoice disputes

Requirements:

• Good command of spoken and written English
• Information Technology literate
• Ability to work independently and systematically

• Able to meet deadlines through good time management and allocation of priorities
• Customer Service Focused
• Strong Telephone manner
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Additional preferences:

• Formal Education to A level, HND, or Degree; or Maritime Experience and qualifications
• Commercial experience (pricing, profitability, knowledge or marine market players)
• Technical specialism in Safety related area.

We offer you a challenging position in a strong growing, international organisation. Besides a good salary, we offer you many opportunities for training and development, a pension scheme and other collective benefits, and above all a nice working atmosphere.

Closing date : 10th July 2009.

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