I am working with a well-established maritime company is seeking an ISM Manager to maintain and develop its Safety Management System for a managed yacht fleet. This role sits at the centre of operations and works closely with an experienced in-house technical and management team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain, update, and improve the Safety Management System in line with ISM Code requirements.
- Conduct internal audits and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
- Lead emergency preparedness planning, drills, and risk assessments.
- Act as a point of contact for captains and crew regarding safety and compliance.
- Liaise with flag states, classification societies, and regulatory bodies as required.
- Qualified Company Security Officer (CSO) (desirable)
- Competent to perform ISM audits on yachts (essential)
- Experience working with large yachts 60m +
Preferred Backgrounds
Open to candidates from a range of maritime backgrounds, including:
- Flag state authorities
- Classification societies
- Yacht or ship management operators
- Experienced seafarers looking to transition ashore, provided they meet the core requirements and demonstrate the right approach to safety and compliance
- Must be based in East Yorkshire or willing to relocate. On-site presence is required.
- Must have existing legal Right to work in the UK
- Generous salary with career progression