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Job Description

Are you a Master Mariner with proven shore-based experience overseeing the safe and efficient operation of tugs, MPVs and marine support vessels?

Faststream is partnering with a well-established maritime and logistics group with a long-standing presence across Papua New Guinea. Supporting critical port, coastal and offshore activities, the business is now seeking a Marine Superintendent to manage the operational, safety and compliance performance of its fleet.

The Role

Reporting into senior operations leadership, you will be responsible for the day-to-day marine operations of a mixed fleet operating across PNG.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Marine and operational oversight of tugs, multi-purpose vessels (MPVs) and harbour/support craft
  • Ensuring compliance with ISM, ISPS, flag state and port state requirements
  • Navigational safety, passage planning standards and incident management
  • Crew competence, manning levels and operational readiness
  • Liaison with Masters, port authorities, regulators and third-party stakeholders
  • Managing audits, inspections and investigations
  • Supporting operations in remote and operationally challenging locations
  • Driving a strong safety culture and continuous operational improvement
The Ideal

Candidate You will bring:
  • Master Mariner (Unlimited) CoC – REQUIRED
  • Shore-based experience – REQUIRED (Marine Superintendent / Fleet Ops / Operations role)
  • Strong hands-on experience with tugs, MPVs, workboats or marine support vessels
  • Excellent knowledge of harbour towage, coastal and offshore operations
  • Confident decision-maker with strong incident and risk management capability
  • Experience working in remote or developing regions (PNG, Pacific Islands, Africa, ME, etc.)
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Why Apply?
  • High-impact marine leadership role with real fleet responsibility
  • Exposure to a diverse fleet of tugs & MPVs
  • Competitive remuneration package with PNG-based benefits
  • Opportunity to play a key role in a business critical to national logistics and infrastructure