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QHSE Manager
Dubai | On-site | Full-time
Description
Our partner is one of the leading players for storage of Petrochemicals and other special bulk liquids, top-10 in the world within 10 years on the market. Headquarters are in Dubai, they also have office in Singapore and a few ones around the world. The main activity is trade in oil and petroleum products.
The QHSE Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and systems in accordance with international maritime standards and company requirements. The role ensures compliance with all applicable regulations (e.g. IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM Code, ISO standards), flag state, and class requirements, with a strong focus on safe operations of tanker vessels carrying hazardous cargo.
The QHSE Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and systems in accordance with international maritime standards and company requirements. The role ensures compliance with all applicable regulations (e.g. IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISM Code, ISO standards), flag state, and class requirements, with a strong focus on safe operations of tanker vessels carrying hazardous cargo.
QHSE System Management
Regulatory Compliance
Training and Awareness
Management Reporting
- Develop, maintain, and improve the company's QHSE Management System in line with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISM Code
- Ensure all QHSE documentation is current and effectively implemented across the fleet and office
- Monitor vessel and office compliance through internal audits, inspections, and management reviews
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure vessels comply with all applicable maritime laws, international conventions, and flag state requirements
- Maintain awareness of changes in QHSE-related regulations and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders
- Liaise with external regulatory bodies (e.g. Port State Control, Flag, Class, Oil Majors) and prepare for external audits
- Safety and Environmental Performance
- Promote a safety-first culture onboard and ashore
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions
- Monitor and analyze incidents, near-misses, and KPIs to identify trends and improvement areas
- Coordinate response plans for pollution prevention, oil spills, and emergency situations
Training and Awareness
- Plan and coordinate QHSE-related training for sea and shore personnel
- Promote crew and staff awareness of safety and environmental responsibilities
- Conduct regular drills, safety campaigns, and toolbox talks
Management Reporting
- Provide regular reports to senior management on QHSE performance, trends, and compliance
- Prepare documentation for Management Review Meetings
- Recommend improvements based on audit findings, incident reports, and performance indicators
- Vetting & TMSA Compliance (for Tanker Operators)
- Ensure compliance with OCIMF TMSA (Tanker Management and Self Assessment)
- Manage pre-vetting inspections, oil major audits, and follow-up actions
- Maintain vetting database and ensure continuous improvement of shipboard operations
- Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, or related field
- Master's Certificate (Deck or Engine) or equivalent technical/maritime qualification preferred
- Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in QHSE roles within the tanker shipping industry
- Sea-going experience on tankers is highly preferred
- Strong knowledge of ISM, ISO, MARPOL, SOLAS, and industry best practices
- Experience handling vetting inspections, audits, and TMSA compliance
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Proficient in MS Office and QHSE software tools
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
- Great challenges with unique interesting cases
- A welcoming group of highly qualified international professionals
- Office-based with regular travel to vessels, shipyards, and client offices as required
- Participation in emergency response team on a rotational or standby basis
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