Instructor - Marine Nautical

Key responsibilities

- Training Program Management

- Develop and maintain the annual training calendar.

- Schedule and manage simulator-based training sessions.

- Oversee training logistics and help resolve simulator issues.

Course Development & Delivery:

- Design, update, and deliver courses on navigation, ship handling, collision avoidance, and emergency procedures.

- Support development of specialized courses (e.g., Marine Terminals).

- Create realistic simulation scenarios and operate marine simulators (bridge, engine room, ECDIS, radar, cargo handling).

Assessment & Competency Management:

- Assess MAP (Mariner Assessment Program) sessions and trainee performance.

- Review and manage mariner critical competencies by rank.

- Recommend remediation and training interventions.

Content Review & Continuous Improvement:

- Revise course content for accuracy, relevance, and regulatory compliance.

- Incorporate lessons learned from fleet operations and industry incidents.

- Research and evaluate new training requests and provide feasibility reports.

Accreditation & Compliance:

- Manage training center accreditation.

- Ensure compliance with maritime safety regulations and training standards.

Documentation & Standardization:

- Standardize and improve training documentation (registration, joining instructions, logistics).

- Develop and revise training materials (course frameworks, assessment templates).

- Collaborate with internal and external partners to align training delivery.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination:

- Coordinate with vendors (e.g., MAN, Wrtsil) for simulator setup and updates.

- Work with HR, Finance, and Operations on training costs, PO approvals, and vendor interactions.

Collaboration & Support:

- Assist fleet teams with remote navigational audits.

- Collaborate internally on training, compliance, and operational matters.

Required qualifications:

- Certification: STCW-compliant Certificate of Competency (Master Mariner preferred).

- Experience: Minimum experience as a Sr. Officer in charge of a navigational watch; command experience is highly valued.

- Teaching Credentials: Instructor Development Program or equivalent training in instructional techniques.

- Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in electronic navigation systems, ECDIS, radar, GPS, bridge procedures, and international regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW)

Preferred qualifications:

- Sailing Experience: Minimum sailing experience as Master Mariner onboard oil or LNG vessels.

- Experience in operating advanced marine simulators and electronic navigation systems (ECDIS, radar, GPS).

- Strong communication, time management, and ability to create an engaging learning environment.