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Designated Person Ashore (DPA)

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  •    Mumbai
  •    Experience : 1 years
  •    Job ID : SHM/26/178
  •   Salary : As per market standards

Openings : 1

Job Description


We are hiring a Head of Technical / Designated Person Ashore (DPA) for a leading Ship Management Company. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Chief Engineer (Class I COC) to lead the Technical Department, oversee fleet technical operations, and ensure the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence across the fleet.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the Technical Department, driving technical strategy and ensuring efficient fleet operations
  • Oversee vessel maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, planned maintenance systems (PMS), technical inspections, and technical audits• 
  • Ensure compliance with IMO regulations, ISM Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, Classification Society requirements, Flag State regulations, and company policies
  • Perform the role of Designated Person Ashore (DPA), ensuring effective implementation and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System (SMS)
  • Lead incident investigations, implement corrective and preventive actions, and promote a strong safety culture throughout the organization
    • Monitor fleet technical performance, vessel certification, technical documentation, and regulatory compliance

Requirements:

  • Chief Engineer (Class I Certificate of Competency) is mandatory
  • Extensive sailing experience as Chief Engineer, with significant shore-based technical management experience in a Ship Management or Shipping Company
  • Proven experience leading Technical Departments and managing fleet maintenance, dry-docking, technical compliance, and vessel performance
  • Strong knowledge of ISM Code, ISPS Code, SOLAS, MARPOL, MLC, Flag State, and Classification Society requirements
  • Experience performing or supporting the responsibilities of a Designated Person Ashore (DPA) is highly preferred

About the Role / Company:

The hiring company is a leading ship management organization committed to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and the highest standards of maritime safety. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the company's technical strategy, oversee fleet performance, and play a critical role in driving safe and efficient vessel operations.





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