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DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

Fleet Superintendent

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDubai - United Arab EmiratesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master Certificate of Competency (COC) is required.
  • At least five years of experience supervising a large fleet is required.
  • Knowledge of MPP and Heavy Lift (MCV) vessel management is required.
  • Knowledge of marine operating standards and requirements is required.
  • Knowledge of management accounting and cost control is required.
  • Experience working with regulatory frameworks, industry compliance standards, and global safety and environmental practices, such as the ISM Code, IMO conventions, and ISO standards, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance, where appropriate, with company procedures and policies, including ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 9001:2015, ISM, MLC, ISPS, international industry requirements, and local legal requirements.
  • Follow company SMS and BMS requirements.
  • Support assigned vessels to ensure compliance.
  • Accurately record and regularly follow up on client concerns and findings relevant to team vessels.
  • Support vessels with quality uploading of PSC and external audit findings to NSE, and challenge overdue items at least monthly.
  • Relay class and statutory due dates to assigned vessels and directly involved office staff.
  • Support assigned vessels with implementation of the Self-Verification Program (SVP).
  • Support assigned vessels with timely closeout of NCIORs and findings.
  • Monitor business ethics and ensure deviations are reported to management.
  • Participate in and support company HSE programs, including SOC and reporting hazardous acts and conditions.
  • Ensure vessels carry required publications, procedures, operational manuals, and other documentation required by Flag State and regulatory bodies, and that these are updated as required.
  • Maintain confidentiality of information to protect operations.
  • Perform other duties as requested by management.
  • Act as the focal point for communications regarding assigned vessels.
  • Support preparation of assigned vessels for client inspections and on-hire acceptance, including conducting internal pre-inspections, monitoring closure of stop items and punch-list findings, and ensuring required documentation is available and up to date.
  • Assist in monitoring the current operational performance of assigned vessels and assist the MCV Operations Manager with areas for improvement as required.
  • Ensure the Management of Change (MOC) procedure is applied to modifications, equipment changes, or alterations affecting assigned vessels, including timely review and updating of certificates, manuals, and Class/Flag documentation.
  • Send daily status updates to the MCV Operations Manager, Fleet Superintendents, and Technical Superintendents.
  • Participate in daily operations meetings and coordinate with the MCV Operations Manager on matters affecting vessel availability, commercial commitments, and client requirements.
  • Ensure vendor services are provided according to instructions from Operations and Technical departments.
  • Prepare assigned vessels for Class and Flag State inspections, ensure statutory certificates and surveys are valid, and ensure findings are addressed and closed within required timeframes.
  • Update SharePoint with required information for assigned vessels.
  • Maintain vessel databases on company shared drives as required.
  • Arrange regular statutory inspections of lifting appliances and loose lifting gear in line with Flag State and Class requirements, and ensure defects or additional work scopes are communicated and actioned as confirmed.
  • Monitor Fuel Track for assigned vessels and report abnormalities; monitor fuel ROB and Fuel Track for system failures or performance errors.
  • Ensure relevant fresh water and oil samples are collected for assigned vessels and reports are provided to Fleet and Technical Superintendents for timely review.
  • Ensure vessel life-saving appliances (LSA) are maintained in line with company and manufacturer recommendations.
  • Maintain a tracker of agency and disbursement orders for assigned vessels; monitor purchase requisitions, purchase orders, goods-received notes, and invoices; and ensure statements of account from key agents are received, reconciled, and closed out in a timely manner.
  • Monitor open defects on assigned vessels and assist with rectification and reporting.
  • Ensure defects, certification issues, or other PSC-detainable conditions are reported and escalated to senior management as a priority.
  • Ensure timely provision of catering and other support services.
  • Manage on-hire and off-hire reporting for assigned vessels.
  • Support docking and ship-repair activities for assigned vessels as required.
  • Liaise with Warehouse and LRS as required for assigned vessels.
  • Continuously monitor and proactively suggest opportunities to improve company operational efficiency.
  • Provide support to other business activities as requested by management.

Desired Qualifications

  • Professional certifications in shipping, logistics, or supply chain management are desirable.
  • Prior exposure to emerging markets, joint ventures, or complex international environments is highly desirable.

About the Company

DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

DP World is a global logistics and port operator that provides integrated, end-to-end supply chain solutions. It runs marine and inland terminals, manages ports and free zones, and offers cargo logistics, freight forwarding, warehousing, customs clearance, and value-added services such as packaging and reverse logistics. Its products work by operating a large network of terminals and logistics services that connect shipping, warehousing, and distribution, charging container handling fees and offering downstream services to improve supply chain efficiency. The company differentiates itself through its expansive, worldwide network (across 40+ countries) and its ability to control multiple stages of the supply chain—from ports and terminals to contract logistics and economic zones—allowing for seamless multimodal flows. DP World’s goal is to enable smooth, integrated global trade by expanding its network and offering end-to-end logistics solutions for diverse industries.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1.5B
Headquarters
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded
2005

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