Marine Superintendent - BW LPG

About BW LPG

BW LPG is the world’s leading owner and operator of LPG vessels, owning and operating a fleet of more than 50 Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs) with a total carrying capacity of over 4 million CBM. With five decades of operating experience in LPG shipping, an in-house LPG trading division and investment in LPG downstream distribution, BW LPG offers an integrated, flexible and reliable service to customers along the LPG value chain. Delivering energy for a better world - more information about BW LPG can be found at https://www.bwlpg.com.

BW LPG is associated with BW Group, a leading global maritime company involved in shipping, floating infrastructure, deepwater oil & gas production, and new sustainable technologies. Founded in 1955 by Sir YK Pao, BW controls a fleet of over 450 vessels transporting oil, gas and dry commodities, with its 200 LNG and LPG ships constituting the largest gas fleet in the world. In the renewables space, the group has investments in solar, wind, batteries, and water treatment.

JOIN US FOR THE FUTURE

We are currently seeking:

Marine Superintendent - Houston (USA)

In order to support our vision to be Best on Water with cleaner energy, BW LPG is looking for a highly motivated Marine Superintendent to join our team in Houston. As a Marine Superintendent based in the US, you will be required to support BW LPG vessels with day-to-day marine operations, ship visits either in port or onboard sailing visits between the US – Panama and vice-versa will be required. The visits would include vessel inspections, audits, training the vessels crew and could include incident investigation. A key function would be to maintain good relationships with authorities and partners in the region. Additionally, you will participate in quality management and continuous improvement processes, ensuring alignment with the BW's safety and environmental policies.

Responsibilities:

• Forge, strengthen and maintain good relationships with Authorities, Partners and Customers in the US region.
• Support BW LPG FM AS vessels as assigned, and visit the BW LPG FM AS vessel calling US, as directed by the HOD to assist vessels during port calls, USCG inspections and other 3rd party inspections/audits.
• Carry out Marine and Vetting functions in close cooperation with Marine, Technical and Operations teams in Oslo and Singapore.
• Be the focal point of contact for Superintendents and Operators on USCG defect reporting and concerns prior to the US call.
• Perform internal ISM, ISPS, MLC, Cargo, Mooring and Navigational audits in port, at the anchorage and while sailing.
• Participate in and take a lead as necessary in development of onboard training programs and perform training sessions onboard.
• Support in incident investigations to BW vessels primarily in US/Americas.
• Actively participate in the development of the quality management system and engage in the process for continuous improvement of policies, processes and procedures.
• Be the main resource for ensuring our SMS policies/procedures are in compliance with the latest US local/CFR requirements and coordinate with the HSEQ team in keeping them updated.
• Assist the technical team in coordinating with local US based agents/suppliers/service companies in order to improve efficiencies.
• Handle risk assessments/work permits and other support requests from vessels during US daytime.
• Handle screening request from customers for the vessels and assist the Oslo/Singapore team in clearing vessels during US daytime.
• Handle the Marine duty phone when assigned.
• Assist in maintaining validity of standards in line with Qualship and E-Zero.
• Complete all responsibilities mentioned above in accordance with the company's prevailing Health, Safety and Environment policy as described in the management system.

Qualifications:

• Education within Maritime Industry or similar.
• Minimum 5 year experience from maritime related industry.
• 2 years sailing experience as a Senior Deck Officer (Master or Chief Officer) on gas tankers.
• Technical skills related to gas carrier operations.
• Be familiar with applicable rules, regulations and industry requirements.
• Solid report-writing skills.
• Fluent in English communication, orally and in writing.
• Permit to work in the US.

Personal qualities:

• Structured.
• Good analytical skills.
• Critical in material evaluation and challenging us to do things smarter.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with cultural awareness.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• High work ethics, empathy and adaptability.
• Have a holistic perspective, without losing attention to details.

We offer:

• Competitive terms.
• International and highly competent working environment.
• A challenging position and good opportunities for individual development.

Location:

• The position will be based in Houston. Traveling should be expected.

Interested?

Apply no later than 8th June 2025. Relevant candidates will be contacted consecutively. Please note that we only accept applications for the position through BW’s website.

If you have any questions, please contact Linus Dsouza, Head of Marine, Vetting and HSEQ, +47 91551856 or Elena Tragudistis, Recruiting Manager, phone: +47 67211635.