Epic Gas owns and operates a fleet of fully pressurised gas carriers providing seaborne services for the transportation of liquefied petroleum gas and petrochemicals. The company controls a fleet of 39 vessels which serve the international supply chains of leading oil majors and commodity traders throughout Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas. We employ approximately 1000 seafarers and a multi-national team of over 115 shore-based staff.
 

Epic Gas invites applications for the position of
 

SAFETY & TRAINING SUPERINTENDENT – LONDON OFFICE

TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT
 

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting to the HSE Manager and Operations & Quality Manager.

• Analyse reports such as Safety, SIRE/CDI inspection, PSC inspections, Internal audits, Near misses, Incidents/Accidents. Where required, advice vessels on matters related to marine activities.

• Monitor the evolving changes to the SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, Class, Flag State, Oil Major and other applicable requirements and plan the implementation of the same on vessels.

• Conduct internal audits on ships. Identify areas for improvement and verify implementation of the corrective and preventive action.

• Prepare and conduct trainings for officers and crew.

• Conduct safety, environmental and security drills onboard to assess effectiveness.

• Review and respond to safety and other reports received from vessels.

• Conduct appraisals of Officers and recommend actions.

• Assist HSE Manager, Operations & Quality Manager and Group Marine Assurance Manager on marine and safety related issues on vessels.

• Carry out management inspections and identify issues that may impact quality assurance.

• Interview deck officers to evaluate suitability for selection/promotion.

• Conduct investigation of incidents/accidents on board when appointed to do so by the GM.

• Liaise with interested parties such as Class, Oil Majors, Ship Owners, Suppliers and other stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Master Mariner with minimum 2 years’ sailing experience as a Master on LPG Vessels.

• Previous work experience ashore in a similar role handling LPG vessels is desirable.

• Ability to travel and respond at short notice.

• Ability to improve/develop and implement safe, dependable and cost-effective vessel management processes.

• An in-depth knowledge of the rules and regulations governing vessels’ management.

• Committed and responsible in meeting deadlines, with excellent time management skills.

• Independent, organized, “hands on” attitude with a high degree of initiative, resourcefulness and drive.

• Proactive, open-minded with the ability to multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Strong teamwork orientation and ability to manage cross-functional relationships.

• Excellent communication skills.

This is a unique opportunity to work for one of the most progressive companies in the industry. Interested candidates should submit their covering letter and a detailed curriculum vitae to the Human Resource Department at recruit@epic-gas.com. Website: www.epic-gas.com
 

We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified.