Songa Shipmanagement Vacancies
Operations Assistant
This role is ideal for individuals passionate about shipping, looking to support and grow within a wider Operations team.
The Operations Department is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of our 29 Vessel Tanker and Container fleet. The Department maintains, close liaison with the Owners, Commercial Managers, and Technical & Vetting Departments, Charterers and Masters, ensuring effective coordination and compliance with Company procedures and regulatory requirements, reporting directly to the Owners and the Managing Director.
Essential Requirements
Fluent in English; teamwork and communication skills are a must.
UK Passport / Work Visa Holder
Preferred Requirements
Maritime specific work experience 1-2 years
And/or
Graduate of Maritime Studies
Desirable Characteristics
Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
Basic understanding of international maritime regulations
Interest in general vessel operations, included but not limited to vessel efficiency, and emission controls
Core Tasks and Activities
Assist vessel operators as required with below tasks.
- Itinerary / Position Book Updating
- Handling the operating systems and supporting their development, e.g. Shipnet, &
- Vessellink to ensure they are updated and accurate with the necessary information.
- Communicating with relevant internal stakeholders concerned in Operations, such as Owner’s office, Internal Teams, Masters.
- Assist Operators with tracking and recording of Stevedore damages & bonuses
- Assist Operators with preparation of voyage statements for EU ETS
- Assist with control of operating costs, including port charges, and bunker prices.
- Preparation of data for analysis as required by Operations team.
- Other tasks as instructed by Managing Director, Operations Manager or Operators.
Trainee HSEQ Superintendent
This is a rare opportunity to join an exciting, global, fast-paced, and highly respected company, a leading employer in the Maritime Industry. You will be working closely with highly experienced colleagues in related areas of expertise, who are keen to make sure you will succeed and feel valued – there will be very little in the way of red tape in this fast-paced company, where no two days are the same!
Role & Responsibilities Your duties will include:
- Understudy the duties of the HSEQ Superintendent in preparation for promotion to that position.
- Carry out Projects as assigned by Senior Management.
- Coordination of vetting activities and maintaining vetting records.
- Perform shipboard audits to achieve and maintain accreditation in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Assisting with accident and/or incident investigations and preparing associated report(s).
- Provide limited cover for HSEQ Superintendents during periods when they are travelling on business or during holiday periods.
- Assist in ensuring Company vessels are operated safely in compliance with local and international regulatory and statutory maritime frameworks such as but not limited to: ISM, ISPS, MLC, MARPOL, etc.
- Responding to and closing out near miss reports as required.
- Reviewing risk assessments and updating as required.
Our ideal Trainee HSEQ Superintendent will have:
- The ability to prioritise tasks and to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- An enthusiastic approach, with excellent analytical and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
- Outstanding problem-solving capabilities.
- Target-driven and highly motivated, able to work under pressure.
- Solutions focused approach and mindset.
- Ability to act on own initiative, strong problem-solver.
- Team-working and agile approach to work environment.
- An enthusiastic, proactive, and self-motivated ‘can do’ attitude.
- Supportive and cooperative work ethic with all colleagues.
- Understand critical milestones to set and manage tight deadlines.
NB: The role of the Trainee HSEQ Superintendent consists of being part of a highly motivated group, responsible to the HSEQ Manager, assisting the HSEQ Superintendents regarding marine operations and safety matters, providing marine support to the Technical Superintendents as required.