Fleet Environmental Compliance Officer

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Your Purpose

The Fleet Environmental Compliance Officer's primary responsibility is Environmental Compliance training, conducting on board assessments, quality assurance and quality control for our MSC Cruises fleet, ensuring the company's high standards are achieved and maintained within the relevant laws and company policies. This includes all assistance to the Master with corporate policy training and evaluation of environmental policies and procedures, including new builds; and shipboard interface with all managers. A procedural approach to managing the Environmental Compliance program onboard must be employed, whilst utilising the up-to-date management principles as well as incorporating technological innovations where practical, in order to deliver high standard Environmental Compliance support.

Your Impact

* Leads by example utilising a hands-on approach to training and management. Develops and trains a highly motivated, pro-active Environmental Operations & Compliance team with the highest ethical standards which includes but is not limited to the Environmental Compliance Officers and Waste Operators and Supervisors.
* Works closely with ships senior management to follow up and assist in implementing new Environmental rules and regulations and Company policy, Training and oversight of the policies, procedures, manuals, and logbook pertaining to the Company's environmental management
* Supports the Environmental Compliance Officers in training new staff during new ship deliveries, shipyards, and ongoing expansion
* Works In cooperation with the technical department to follow up on maintenance items for all vessels environmental related equipment and making frequent suggestions to bring the standards up and the operating costs down.
* Teaches and implements corporate policy and Environmental training programs for the entire fleet. Assists and trains shipside teams in the proper sorting of waste according to the Company's policies. Participate in environmental related inspections and conduct quality assurance and compliance inspections onboard.
* Develops, supports, and evaluates the Environmental Compliance Officers' and waste operators' knowledge and performance. Assists the Master with environmental compliance training and enforcement as directed. Provides written reports on the ship's environmental management to the Master, Chief Engineer and the Manager Environmental Operations, Training and Audit
* Assists with the implementation and training of the ISO 14001 & ISO 21070 programs onboard and makes recommendations for improvement.
* Continues own education by staying up to date with environmental compliance trends and sharing this information with the team. Communicate staffing needs to the Manager Environmental Operations, Training and Audit. Develop a positive working relationship with all shipboard departments to facilitate a team-oriented atmosphere.
* Assists with advanced planning for the environmental voyage plan and provides training for portals, databases and reporting platform pertaining to the Environmental Operations & Compliance management. When necessary assist with external/internal audits, as required. Inspects logbooks for accuracy and makes recommendations as required.

Your Journey so far

* Proven shipboard experience in the cruise industry. Experience onboard cruise ships as an Environmental Officer is essential
* Degree qualified, or similar, within Environmental Education, or similar is preferred, or significant experience onboard as an Environmental Officer can also be considered
* Ability to understand and interpret various complex regulations and environmental matters
* Ability to use Microsoft Office and other company specific operating platforms and databases
* Fluent in oral and written English. Knowledge of Italian and other major European languages is an advantage
* Able to manage communication at all levels

Your Essentials

* The ability to travel in and around Europe without any restrictions

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here