As a Marine Superintendent at BSM, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and effective vessel operations. Acting as a key link between ship and shore, you will provide operational and navigational support, manage audits and inspections, and drive continuous improvement to uphold international standards and enhance customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor updates and propose improvements in safety, security, and voyage efficiency; implement corrective actions from audits and incidents.
Provide operational and commercial guidance to Masters, including voyage orders, port limitations, berth compatibility, cargo handling, navigation risks, and security threats.
Manage relationships with owners and charterers; address operational inquiries and complaints when required.
Monitor navigational and cargo operations to ensure compliance with international regulations and company standards.
Assist with identifying discrepancies in operational standards and advise on navigational and cargo equipment performance.
Ensure vessels maintain statutory certifications and compliance with Class, Flag State, and Port State requirements.
Identify and mitigate operational and security risks.
Act as Company Security Officer and support Masters during vetting, audits, and inspections; prepare responses and implement corrective actions.
Prepare and submit reports and statistics on vessel performance in collaboration with relevant teams.
Handle cargo claims and liaise with P&I/Insurance on commercial disputes when required.
Conduct appraisals and training for sea staff during ship visits; identify training needs and arrange briefings.
Qualifications & Experience
M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Maritime Studies, Nautical Science, or equivalent; Master Mariner or Chief Officer qualification.
Minimum of three years’ sailing experience as Master/Senior Officer, or at least 6 years as Marine Superintendent in a ship management or owning company.
Previous experience on Oil and Chemical tankers will be considered an advantage.
Skills & Competencies
Knowledge of quality, environmental, and safety standards and related legislation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience in customer management and understanding of regional maritime market conditions.
Good people management skills.
Why You Should Join Us!
We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:
Annual leave days: 22
Competitive compensation package.
Provident fund.
Education sponsorship.
Medical insurance.
Gym membership.
In addition, everyone in the BSM community benefits from:
Flexible working hours and home-office entitlement.
My door is always open policy by leaders.
24/7 mental health support
How to Apply
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Job Categories
Naval & Maritime Engineers
Posted: 21 Oct 2026Expires: 20 Nov 2026Ref. No. 7029839
About Company
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (Cyprus) Ltd
Working with Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) means partnering with one of the world’s leading third-party ship managers.
As a multinational, family-owned business, we celebrate a culture of togetherness. Caring for and learning from each other is at the base of our success. Our superpower is our diversity. The wealth of more than 80 nationalities and diverse expert knowledge boosts our capacity to innovate and take industry standards to the next level.
The BSM family includes over 20,000 seafarers and 2,000 shore-based staff in more than 30 locations and across the oceans. Together, we move a fleet of over 600 vessels and help hundreds of ship owners trade cargo all around the world safely and efficiently. We see it as our highest responsibility to operate with greatest respect to the integrity of the environment, the vessels, and our people.
Are you interested in exciting career opportunities, personal growth, and great development options in an international fast-paced working environment? Then join the BSM family!
We’re looking forward to meeting you!
