Maritime Assurance Lead

OverviewMaritime assurance / Quality: Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maritime assurance / quality to ensure compliance with international regulations, industry standards (such as SOLAS, ISM Code, MARPOL), contractual obligations and best practices in maritime operations.ResponsibilitiesCompliance & Risk Management: Monitor and audit operational activities to ensure compliance with maritime laws and regulations. Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks, environmental impact, and vessel performance.Training & Development: Champion and support delivery of maritime assurance and company training programs for all maritime personnel, ensuring that they are up-to-date with industry regulations and required corporate training.Audit & Inspection: Coordinate and conduct internal and external audits of vessels and operations to ensure compliance with safety standards, risk management procedures, and regulatory requirements.Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into accidents or safety-related incidents, identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and ensuring implementation of recommendations to prevent recurrence.Reporting & Documentation: Maintain thorough documentation of audits, inspections, risk assessments, and corrective actions. Prepare and present detailed reports on assurance activities to senior leadership and regulatory bodies.Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with vessel crews, technical teams, external stakeholders (such as classification societies, flag state authorities), and regulatory agencies to drive continuous improvement in operational safety and assurance practices.Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on evolving maritime regulations, emerging risks, and technological advancements in the maritime sector. Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to elevate operational safety and assurance standards.Ability to support and guide best assurance practice across MOD and commercial regulated (Explosives Management / Diving / Recompression Chambers) standards.Requirements & QualificationsAble to achieve SC Clearance.Flexible to travel to other Serco sites when requiredMinimum of 7-10 years of experience in maritime operations or safety management, with at least 3-5 years in a senior maritime assurance or leadership role.In-depth knowledge of maritime integrated management systems (IMS), risk management practices, and regulatory frameworks (IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code).Proven experience in leading audits, inspections, and incident investigations in a maritime setting.ISO45001 Lead Auditor EssentialISO9001 Lead Auditor EssentialISM Lead Auditor DesirableProven track record and experience of operating specialist maritime environmentsExperience and good understanding of governance of a regulatory environment (Maritime) relating to the contract.Experience and proven track record in MoD and commercial maritime relationsStrong leadership and team management abilities, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Analytical mindset with the ability to assess and mitigate risks.Proficiency in using maritime operational safety and compliance software, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and maintain attention to detail.Possesses a solid understanding of the MoD and commercial marine market in which the contract operates.Evidences a track record in developing and implementing a strategy and plans to achieve success in service delivery and growth.Ability to create and communicate a compelling vision and sense of purpose that motivates teams at all levelsDemonstrates ability to network internally and externally and influence effectively to navigate complexity and deliver results.Has a drive for delivering a quality service, values positive customer feedback and understands how to improve effectiveness.Strong knowledge across all business functions, including finance, business development, people management and communications.Excellent analytical skills with ability to assimilate information quickly, and communicate key messages simply and effectively to the businessAn effective communicator, with the confidence and ability to deliver formal reports and presentations both to clients and internal senior stakeholders.Compliance & DiversityDisability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.Role Location & TravelSerco are recruiting for a Maritime Assurance Lead to join the team in Portsmouth on a hybrid basis. The key purpose of this role is to drive excellence in maritime assurance across DMS NG C2 & C4 operations and commercial activities. Ensure operational safety, compliance, and continuous improvement by leading audits, managing risk, and embedding best practices that exceed industry standards.BenefitsCompetitive salary plus company carUp to 6% contributory pension schemeSerco discounts including cinema, Merlin Entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre membershipsA range of benefits to support health and wellbeing such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, free flu jabs and moreA safe and supportive cultureInteresting and enjoyable workA company passionate about diversity and inclusionCommitted to professional and personal development with training and coaching opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr