Candidates for this role must be well versed in LPG vessels and have sufficient Ethylene carriage exposure and should be able to demonstrate good understanding of Ethylene cargo systems and reliquefication system functions, parameters and maintenance practices.
Our client is an international shipowner and operator of a modern fleet of approximately 48 fully pressurised, semi-refrigerated and ethylene-capable gas carriers, transporting LPG, petrochemicals and specialty gases globally. Headquartered in Singapore with offices across Europe and Asia, the company employs approximately 2,000 seafarers and 180 shore-based personnel.
The Role Reporting to the Fleet Manager – Vetting, the Vetting Auditor is responsible for conducting onboard internal vetting audits, preparing vessels and crew for external inspections, and verifying compliance with company procedures, statutory requirements and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct scheduled internal vetting audits onboard vessels and identify areas for improvement.
- Prepare vessels and crew for SIRE 2.0 and CDI inspections and ensure crew are familiar with applicable requirements.
- Verify compliance with the Company's IMS, statutory regulations and applicable SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, Class, Flag State and Oil Major requirements.
- Review SIRE/CDI reports, identify trends and verify effective close-out of observations and corrective actions.
- Provide onboard training and coaching to address safety, compliance and knowledge gaps.
- Verify implementation of PMS, permits, risk assessments, toolbox meetings and other operational processes.
- Assess safety, environmental and operational weaknesses and recommend corrective and preventive measures.
- Support PIQ preparation and provide guidance on accurate inspection submissions.
- Provide clear audit reports, including explanations and photographic evidence where appropriate.
- Provide proactive feedback to the Fleet Manager – Vetting on fleet trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Previous sea-going experience as Master or Chief Engineer.
- Minimum 24 months' experience as Master, Chief Officer, Chief Engineer or Second Engineer on tankers.
- Gas carrier experience preferred; relevant shore-based gas vessel Superintendent experience may be considered.
- Strong knowledge of vessel operations, vetting, auditing and applicable maritime regulations.
- Experience with SIRE 2.0, CDI, onboard auditing and crew training advantageous.
- Technologically capable, organised and analytical, with strong reporting and communication skills.
- Independent, proactive and able to work effectively across a multinational environment.
- Flexible and able to travel at short notice.
- 210 days per calendar year (approx. 30 weeks) working away from home, either onboard vessels or in the Company's office, including travel time.
- 50 working days (approx. 10 weeks) working remotely from home supporting the Vetting team.
- A daily pro-rated adjustment applies for days worked away from home above or below the stipulated 210 days.