Head of Marine and Vetting (Tanker and Bulk Fleets)

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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Overview of the role </span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position:</span></span><span style=\"font-size: 13.3333px\">                            </span><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Head of Marine and Vetting (Tanker and Bulk Fleets)  </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Contract type:</span>                  Permanent</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Reporting to:</span>                     Director of Operations</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Location:</span>                           London</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">As one of the most respected international ship operation and management companies in the industry, Zodiac Maritime is seeking to appoint an experienced Head of Marine and Vetting to lead and optimise marine assurance, vetting, and navigational standards across the company’s bulk and tanker fleets.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">The role is accountable for the compliant and safe operation of the tanker and bulk fleets, overseeing marine assurance, vetting, and fleet quality. It is a hands-on position focused on building on a strong track record: maintaining high safety standards, ensuring vessels meet charterer and regulatory requirements, and protecting the fleet’s commercial position, reputation, and asset value.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">This key role encompasses many elements, including but not limited to the following:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Key responsibilities and primary deliverables </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Fleet Marine Assurance and Vetting </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Own and lead the vetting and acceptance strategy for the company’s tanker and dry bulk fleets.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ensure vessels consistently meet oil major, terminal, and charterer requirements (including SIRE, CDI, and RightShip).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Oversee pre- and post-fixture vetting processes to maximise fleet employability and minimise commercial risk.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Coordinate and manage all vetting inspections, ensuring vessels are prepared, supported, and findings are closed out effectively.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Monitor vessel performance across vetting platforms, driving improvements in ratings, inspection outcomes, and approval status.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Act as the final authority on vessel suitability, vetting decisions, and risk acceptance.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Investigate and respond to vetting issues, terminal feedback, and complaints, ensuring timely resolution.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Develop and maintain standardised vetting procedures and policies to improve consistency, safety, and efficiency.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Work closely with Technical, Operations, and QHSSE teams to ensure inspection findings are addressed and embedded across the fleet.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Analyse inspection trends and performance data, sharing insights to support continuous improvement.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Prepare for and implement changes in vetting regimes (e.g., SIRE 2.0, CDI updates, RightShip requirements).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Establish and track KPIs for vetting performance and fleet quality.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Fleet Performance </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Drive improvements in overall fleet quality, including PSC performance, audits, and inspections.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ensure lessons learned from incidents, inspections, and near misses are implemented across the fleet.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Maintain high levels of inspection readiness across tanker and dry bulk vessels.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Regulatory Compliance and Industry Standards</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Ensure compliance with IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS Codes, and flag state requirements.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Maintain readiness for external inspections including PSC, Class, SIRE, and CDI.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Liaise with classification societies, flag administrations, P&amp;I clubs, and industry bodies.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Monitor regulatory and industry developments and ensure timely implementation across the fleet.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Commercial Support &amp; Fleet Employability</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Partner with Chartering and Commercial teams to optimise vessel acceptance and utilisation.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Provide practical input on cargo suitability, trade restrictions, and voyage risks.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Support vetting clearances and pre-fixture requirements in a cost-effective and timely manner.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Strengthen relationships with charterers, oil majors, and terminals to support fleet employment.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Crisis Management and Emergency Response</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Provide support as required.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Leadership and Team Management</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Lead, develop, and support Marine and Vetting team members, both office-based and travelling.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Lead by example in acting with integrity and upholding the highest professional standards of quality, performance and productivity.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Set clear objectives and maintain a high-performance, accountable, and safety-focused culture.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Oversee onboarding and continuous development of team members.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> Promote collaboration, open communication, and practical problem-solving across departments.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\">Maintain seamless collaboration and communication with the wider teams.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; 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