SHEQ Officer

Company Description

Smit Lamnalco is part of the Boskalis group of companies. Working at Smit Lamnalco is about providing marine support services tailored to the unique operational needs of our global customers in local markets. Our promise to our clients is to provide the best marine services possible, no matter how challenging the environment or how remote the location.

At Smit Lamnalco we are convinced that our people make the difference. With dedication, experience, and teamwork, we make a vital contribution to our clients’ success. Drawing from different backgrounds and nationalities, we are one team working towards the same goal. We offer you the opportunity to develop yourself in a challenging, dynamic, and truly international environment. Together!

Job Description

You can make your mark by ensuring compliance with the company’s Integrated Management System (SLIMS), SHEQ standards, and applicable legislation at the assigned contract or regional level. In this role, you will help strengthen the safety culture, support continuous improvement, and contribute to safe, efficient, and compliant maritime operations.

Your responsibilities as a SHEQ Officer:

• Ensure implementation and compliance with the company’s Integrated Management System (SLIMS) across the assigned contract, including internal audits based on ISM, ISPS, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Register audit findings and support the execution, follow-up, and closure of corrective and preventive actions to strengthen compliance and continuous improvement.
• Conduct SLIMS familiarization, shore-based training, onboard vessel training, and monitor crew training programs and E-learning compliance.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of work instructions, procedures, process flows, and standard operating procedures, while identifying opportunities to enhance SHEQ performance.
• Promote safe working practices and a proactive safety culture through SHEQ campaigns, toolbox meetings, safety meetings, safety alerts, and regular communication with vessel crews, contract management, and other stakeholders.
• Provide monthly input for SHEQ statistics and support reporting requirements in line with company standards.
• Support emergency preparedness by conducting shipboard drills, debriefings, and related follow-up actions, while liaising with class societies and clients on SHEQ matters when required.

Your qualities 
You can make your mark as a SHEQ Officer if you have:

• Higher professional education
• Minimum 2 years of relevant SHEQ experience, with maritime industry experience considered an advantage.
• Good knowledge of applicable international maritime and management system standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISM, ISPS, MLC, , together with a strong understanding of management systems implementation, auditing, incident investigation, and corrective action follow-up.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to engage effectively with vessel crews, managers, clients, and external parties, while working independently and in close alignment with contract and regional management.
• A proactive attitude towards continuous improvement, training, and the promotion of safety awareness and compliance.

Qualifications

What you can expect 

• A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
• Rewarding conditions: This is a great opportunity for a talented and motivated professional who is keen and eager to join an International Marine company. Smit Lamnalco offers a competitive compensation & benefit package.
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself .

Extra information 

• Full/part-time job: The position of SHEQ Officer is a full time position based in Pemba Mozambique.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

Additional Information

We’ll be happy to answer your questions about the position of SHEQ Officer. Please contact Catherine Buenaagua, corporate recruiter via our careers page.

Interested? Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.