QA Manager

**Our Company**:
With a history of over 73 years, Seatrade Groningen is one of the oldest and largest shipping companies in the Netherlands. Originally concentrating on refrigerated cargo trade, Seatrade has expanded its ship owning and ship management activities into a variety of trades with Shipmanagement offices in Groningen, Italy and the Commercial office in Breda. Seatrade is an organisation where improvement of people, procedures and technical standards is key.

**Join Our Team as a QMS Manager / Designated Person Ashore**

Are you passionate about maritime safety, environmental sustainability, and operational excellence? We're looking for an experienced QMS Manager / DPA, who can gradually take over the job of our current QMS Manager/DPA due to his upcoming retirement.

**Your Mission**:
As our QMS Manager / DPA, you’ll be at the helm to ensure that our fleet operates safely, sustainably, and cost-effectively, always in compliance with international, statutory, class, and local regulations. You will play a key role in developing and implementing procedures, overseeing compliance, and advising management on critical Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) matters. You do this by providing a documented quality management standard, expertise, and competence while ensuring that all vessels sail with valid Flag-State, Class, IMO, and MARPOL-required certificates.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Serve as the DPA, ensuring safety and pollution prevention across all managed vessels.
- Act swiftly to correct any breaches in Quality, Safety, or Environmental policies.
- Maintain the integrity of our QMS system, ensuring it meets all regulatory requirements.
- Develop and update critical manuals (SOPEP, ISPS, NTVRP, etc.) in line with QMS standards.
- Lead incident investigations, manage corrective actions, and oversee event reporting.
- Provide leadership and guidance to Marine Superintendents, DPA Italy, Fleetteam Operators, and the RFMO Compliance Officer (in total 8 employees).
- Coordinate security measures for high-risk voyages and act as the Company Security Officer (CSO).
- Ensure ISM/ISO compliance both onboard and ashore, and manage internal and external audits.
- Offer expert advice on changes in class, flag, or ownership of vessels contribute to and edit the Seatrade Newsletter, keeping the fleet informed.
- Be available 24/7 for emergency calls, ensuring readiness and responsiveness.

**What We’re Looking For**:

- A Bachelor's degree in maritime studies, with at least 5 years of sea experience (Captain-level preferred).
- A minimum of 5 years in a (semi) managerial position in a relevant field.
- Strong leadership and people management skills with a team-oriented approach.
- Exceptional communication skills in both English and Dutch.
- Proven problem-solving abilities, particularly under high-pressure situations.
- Living in the vicinity of Groningen.

**Why You’ll Love Working With Us**:

- A pivotal role where your decisions directly impact the safety and efficiency of our global fleet.
- A collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued.
- An attractive remuneration package, including a competitive salary and a comprehensive pension scheme. And opportunities for professional growth and development.

**Ready to Navigate Your Career to New Heights?**

Part of the selection procedure is an assessment (online and on location in Leusden) at Mercuri Urval.