Designated Person, Ashore (DPA) at Beckley Consulting Limited

Job Summary

• Our client in the shipping and marine industry is seeking a highly experienced Designated Person Ashore (DPA) to join their team in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, sound knowledge of shipping practices, and a strong commitment to safety.
• As a DPA, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and compliant operation of vessels under our management, including maintenance planning, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
• If you have 7-10 years of experience in the shipping or marine services industry, along with a technical degree in engineering or sciences, we invite you to apply for this contract position in our operations department.

Key Responsibilities

• Documenting all planned maintenance systems for the vessel.
• Recording and filing all routine maintenance services and repairs carried out on the vessel.
• Preparing the vessel for external and internal audit schedules such as OVIP, OVHSA, etc.
• Documenting and filing all drills and HSE meetings on board the vessel.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations for the vessel.
• Following up on all planned maintenance systems.
• Implementing a Safety Management System (SMS) and ensuring its adherence.
• Ensuring compliance with legal regulations and company policies.
• Reporting to management on activities and issues.
• Organising and monitoring internal audits, including verifying the independence and training of internal auditors.
• Reviewing all reports of non-conformities, hazardous situations, or accidents received from the various vessels operating the SMS.
• Reviewing compliance of all crews and vendors.
• Monitoring maintenance and repairs onboard vessels.

Mandatory Quality:

• Technical soundness with the ability to understand shipping language and wide-ranging reading capabilities.
• Safety-conscious mindset with extensive knowledge of crew management and marine vessel operations.

Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in ship management or related roles.
• In-depth knowledge of marine regulations and standards.
• Familiarity with safety management systems (SMS) implementation.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and supervise teams.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

Qualifications:

• Technical degree in Engineering/Sciences.
• Certification as a Designated Person Ashore (DPA) is preferred.
• Valid seafarer's medical certificate and seaman's book (where applicable).
• Familiarity with the International Safety Management (ISM) Code and other relevant maritime regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.