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• Diploma in Marine Surveying
  
  
• Distance learning course in MBA in Shipping & Logistics     by Lloyd's Maritime Academy. The course requires a minimum of 2 years managerial or professional ( land based ) work experience after graduation. Fluency in English is an absolute requirement. You can do the course while working onboard or in a different country. Get schedule for 2010-2012. Quote VIP Code: LP0051EB1H2 to help course administrator respond to your query quickly
  
  
• Basic NEBOSH Certificate provides basic grounding in Health & Safety essentials, courses at many locations in UK. This organisation also provides NEBOSH International Certificate courses.
  
  
• Courses for NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health by Singapore based training organization. The courses are held in Singapore, Hong Kong, Houston ( USA ), Bali / Bandung and Batam ( Indonesia ) - 12 day course. The training centre is a member of IMCA and accredited by NEBOSH - UK, who issues the certificates.
  
  Same organisation organizes NEBOSH International Diploma course - Get 2010 Full - Time schedule.
  
  
• NEBOSH International General Certificate by Irish Training provider. Course dates 2010 - 2011.
  
  
• I have started slowly adding land based marine-maritime HSE jobs on this page. A typical Marine HSE expert's job description is copied below:
  

  "Implement and comply HSE management systems and Programs and advise employees, clients and visitors on relevant HSE information. Conduct Safety Awareness Programs and co-ordinate first aid training. Assist Line Management in conducting Toolbox Meetings. Prepare Risk Assessments, Hazard & Aspect Identification. Conduct safety inspections & audits. Conduct Incident Investigation, Root cause analysis. Implement Corrective and Preventive actions for non-conformities. Responsible for Permit to work system and staging inspection, confined space. Conduct Emergency response training programs and conduct drills. Liaise with statutory bodies and local agencies for HSE compliance ."

  Typically the HSE consultant's / administrator's job would be to prevent accidents and environmental pollution, taking into account local cultural and traditional differences.

Land Based Job Opportunities

• Marine Global Net. CAREER CENTRE for shore based jobs. MG is the marine industry's longest running web portal (since 1995). Current vacancies are at the top of the list, many already filled positions are included. In April 2009 vacancies: Claims Coordinator, Port Captain, Crewing Manager, Port Engineer, Ship broker, Marine Manager, etc. The majority of the jobs are in USA.
  
  
• Maritime job centre with employment listings in 24 categories, mainly in Asia. The jobs are posted by the employers, which you will in your turn contact directly.
  
  
• International marine jobs databank based in US with opportunities for land based Marine Personnel, for instance in: Canada, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Kuwait, US, etc. Click on position name for more information and to apply.
  
  
• Offshore services contractor with over 60 vessels headquartered in Sharjah - UAE hires Marine Manager and Operations Superintendents ( Middle East, West Africa ), and Buoy Maintenance Supervisor ( Yemen, Middle East ). Apply online.
  
  
• Global people sourcing and staffing agency / consultancy with over 80 offices in 26 countries, have vacancies for positions like: Shipping Operators, Marine Managers, Senior and Junior Marine Engineers, Technical Superintendents, Offshore Logistics Supervisors, etc. Some jobs are for Singaporean nationals only, other jobs in Qatar, Russian Federation, Kazakhstan, Thailand, Korea, Romania, etc. Click on "FIND" to get list of all vacancies. Click on job title for more information and to apply.
  
  
• US based International recruiting agency with maritime employment opportunities like: Marine Superintendent in Brazil; applicants must have knowledge of DP shuttle tankers, deep sea tankers and offloading operations offshore between FPSOs / FSOs and tankers. For this position necessary to have a Masters License, DP experience on tankers, and Portuguese language skills. More positions below horizontal line. Click on position title in list below the line for more info and to apply.
  
  
• Mainly shore based maritime jobs in developing countries ( Africa and Asia ). Senior Maritime Professionals may send their C.V. for evaluation free of charge. Go to "Contact" for e-mail address. Français

• German recruiting agent for shore based ( land side ) maritime employment worldwide: Technical or Marine Superintendents, Fleet or Technical Managers, Brokers, Charterers, Marine Lawyers, Crew Management positions, jobs with Shipyards, etc. After registering you get the latest vacancies by email.
  
  
• International group of ship survey companies, including cargo and draft surveyors, with offices in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Finland, Greece, Italy, Panama, Russia, Spain, Sweden, USA, and Uruguay. Employs experienced Marine Engineers and Ship Masters. Go to "Contact" page to make inquiry.
  
  
• Antwerp ( Belgium ) based international maritime logistics employer with over 700 employees in 16 countries: Europe, CIS ( Commonwealth of Independent States ), and Asia. Shore based jobs often require EU ( European Union ) work permit. Knowledge of French ( Français ) and/or Flamish is an advantage. Pycckий
  
  Click on "Apply" button at the left with each vacancy. It is better to use online application, although you can also send by regular "snail mail". This employer accepts open speculative job application.
  
  
• UK Shipping Services company hires shorebased Boarding Representatives ( "water clerks" ) for Poland and Port Agents / Port Operations Managers for various locations ( UK ). On vacancy list have link to more information for each positions and to apply. See also list of vacancies in different world regions. This company accepts open applications.
  
  
• Dutch company providing long distance towing of large and valuable floating objects - like FPSO and oil rigs - including semi-submersible barges, with vacancies for Marine and Technical Superintendents. Shore based positions mostly require fluent "speaking" knowledge of English and Nederlands. You get e-mail address where to apply when clicking on each job title.
  
  
• French offshore and towing operator recruits towing people both for jobs at sea and for desk jobs in the office ( Le Havre, France ): Captains, Deck Officers, Engineers, AB, Salvage Masters, Officers, and Engineers. Knowledge of French is a great advantage. To apply follow instructions on company webpage.
  
  
• UK recruiting agent for shore based Engineers, Deck Officers, Masters, Naval Architects, etc. as Personnel Officers, Maritime Training Officers, Marine Superintendents, Supervisors, Draught Persons, Training Instructors, Lecturers,. Click on Ref no to the left for job description and to apply. In January 2010 there were over 40 listed current vacancies.
  
  
• UK based recruiting agent with employment opportunities worldwide throughout the Maritime Industry Sector with emphasis on Technical, HSE, Legal, Insurance, Chartering, Trading, Operations, Ports, and Liner Services. Mainly vacancies in UK, Scandinavia, and rest of Europe for Marine Consultants, Chemical Surveyors, Tanker Charterers, P & I Claims Handlers, Marine Managers, Marine Lawyers, Marine Investigators, Technical and Marine Superintendents, etc. Click on vacancy title for more information about each vacant position.
  
  
• UK based environmental recruitment specialist searching for Senior Consultant in both the Cable and Offshore Wind sectors. The ideal candidate will have worked offshore for a minimum of 10 years with at least two years in the Marine Cables Sector either in an Engineering or Deck capacity. Salary offered: UK £ 35.000 - 55.000 depending on experience. The position will include some overseas travel. You must register first before can apply.
  
  
• UK based marine contractors hiring Engineering Project Managers ( Marine ), Offshore Managers / Shift Superintendents, Marine Crew Administrators, Marine Structural Engineers, HSE Advisors, etc in UK, USA ( Tx ), Singapore, and Worldwide. Click on "View full Details" for job description and requirements and to apply.
  
  
• International recruitment agency based in Holland with opportunities in the HSE sector, like: Senior Fire and Safety Technician, QHSE Engineers, HSE Reporting Assistant, etc. in Europe, Africa, and Middle East. In the upper left part of webpage go to EXPERTISE and click for HSE, click on "GO" and you get current vacancy list. Click on position name for more information and to apply.
  
  
• Dutch ( Holland ) recruiting agent with jobs on dredgers for crane barge captains and engineers. Recruiting from: Britain, Canada, Estonia, Germany, Ghana, Holland, Latvia, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Sweden, and Ukraine [Nederlands ]. Use online application form.
  
  
• Netherlands based ship and crew management company involved with dredging and activities related to ports. Owns and manages ships both under Netherlands and Belgian flags. Vacancies ( English ), Vacatures ( Nederlands ) for Marine Superintendents, Electricians / Instrumentation Specialists, and Technical Support Engineers.
  
  
• World-wide jobs in the dredging industry. Use your own or Don Pedro's application form.
  
  
• International recruiter with occasional jobs in Dredging, like: Dredge Masters, Engineers, and Superintendents for Africa, Barge Master Pilot for Saudi, Mooring Master in Libya, Port Regulation Specialist for United Arab Emirates, etc..
  
  
• Dutch recruiting agent with employment opportunities with dredging projects in Middle East: Captain, Mates, Chief Engineers and Junior Engineers. Vacancies on Dredgers: Masters and Engineers on Cutter Dredgers, Worldwide and Nigeria, 6 weeks on / 6 weeks off. On Split dredgers Chief Engineer. Click on position name in vacancy list for more information and how to apply. Also in Deutsch, and Nederlands.
  
  
• British recruiting agency with a long list of marine employment vacancies for Port Captains, Superintendents ( offshore vessels ), Offshore vessel Operations Manager ( West Africa ), Mooring Masters ( West Africa and Middle East ). All vacancies are open for applicants of any nationality, except when otherwise specified. Apply by e-mail or fax.
  
  
• Belgian dredging company with projects world wide hires: Engineers and Electricians ( Hopper and Cutter Dredgers ) and Barge Master & Electricians for Jack-Up Platform. Download and print out application form     - English or Nederlands, fill in the form and send it by regular mail. You can also send your CV by e-mail. Follow instructions on the company webpage. This company accepts "spontaneous" / open applications.
  
  
• Tug boat Masters for several varied positions with South African recruiting agent. Click on button next to job listing to apply.
  
  
• British-Swedish ship management company with over 90 vessels, based in Glasgow, employing experienced senior deck officers and Marine Engineers as land based Superintendents in UK and/or EU ( European Union ), occasionally also career opportunities for Naval Architects. Shore based jobs are listed in the lower part of the vacancy list.
  
  
• International Recruitment agency with head office in Southampton, UK, and offices in Norway, Singapore, and USA, handles both land and seabased employment. Some vacancies include salary offered.
  Asia Pacific, Singapore Office looking for Marine Superintendents.
  North and South America, US Office looking for Naval Architects, Marine Engineering and Commercial Marine personnel.
  UK and Europe, Naval Architects, Marine HSE Coordinator, Operations Managers, Marine Consultant (Chief Engineer / Second Engineer ), Lead Marine Engineers ( UK ).

• London ( UK ) based global maritime recruiting agency for shore based executive positions in the marine industry.
  
  
• UK based global executive and senior level management personnel search consultancy with regional offices also in USA, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Specialised within Shipping, Marine, Energy, and Commodity sectors world wide. You can upload your CV directly from agency webpage. Have "assignments" / vacancy list which is regularly up-dated.
  
  
• MCA - UK have their own recruitment with open UK vacancies list. For instance Marine and Port State Control / Flag State Surveyors and others. Starting and maximum salary in UK £ per year ( GBP ) is given for every open position.
  
  
• International management level employment in ports and harbours, such as: Terminal Executives and Managers, Engineering ( Port ) Superintendents, and Port Captains. Click on job listing for further details.
  
  
• Shore ( land ) based oil industry jobs directory ( US ).
  
  
• British ship management company headquartered in Cyprus ( Limassol ) running over 100 ships and handling 3000 + seafarers recruits shore based Technical and Marine Superintendents, Personnel Officers and other Administrative staff. For ship based jobs use online application form.
  
  
• Worldwide land based job listings in the shipping sector: charterers and freight brokers. List of available vacancies include some C.V.s ( resumes ) that could be used as examples when writing a job application for a shore based shipping job.
  
  
• British recruiting agent-ship management company with shore based ( land ) jobs like: Trainee Commercial Operator, Naval Architect, Technical Superintendents, Marine Safety & Quality Superintendent, etc. Must use on-line application form.
  
  
• UK recruitment agency's specialised division focusing on marine professionals both for UK and International land based marine projects hiring Marine Engineers, Naval Architects, Marine HSE Consultants, Master Mariners, etc. For land based Shipping Jobs Technical Superintendents, Chief Engineers, and Master Mariners.
  
  Below each job "snippet" you can click on either "More Info" or "Apply for a Job". Follow instructions on how to Apply with this Agency.
  
  
• The "Shipbroker's Blog" by a real living shipbroker. Includes shipbroker job links, tips on how to land a shipbroker job, ship brokers' salaries, etc. If you decide to buy his book, mention you saw it in Don Pedro's Job Directory and you get 25% discount [ I do not take any commission ].
  
  
• Maritime bunkering news magazine includes list of vacant positions like: Floating Storage and Fuel Terminal Manager (US), Country Sales Managers Asia Pacific ( Singapore ), Oil and Marine Fuels Trading positions, etc. Click on position name for more information and to apply. You have to register first to get access.
  
  
• World wide land and ship board based marine job listings ( mainly Europe and Asia ): Marine Managers, Marine and Mechanical Engineers, Chief Engineers, Naval Architects, Safety Officers, Superintendents, Rig Mechanics, etc.
  
  
• Well known International maritime shipping Journal with world wide land based maritime job vacancies, like: Operational Staff, Operations managers, Chartering, Broking, Shipmanagement, and Marine Technical Supervising / Control Positions: Chartering Officers, Crewing Managers, Ship Managers, Technical Superintendents, Container Shipping Professionals and Surveyors for main Classification Societies ( worldwide ), etc. Click on Position name for more information and to apply.
  
  
• UK recruitment agency with shore based vacancies in UK and Internationally for: Electrical Superintendents, Marine Superintendents, Technical Managers, and Hydraulic Engineers. Click on "Click for Details" to apply, use online application form.
  
  
• Shore based marine jobs in the sailing and boating industry ( mostly UK ); Sales managers ( Boats, equipment, and accessories ), Marine Service Engineers, Mechanical / Electrical Engineers, and Design Engineers, Captains on commuter ferries in River Thames (abt £ 30-34.000 per year), etc. Some vacancies include salary offered in GBP (£) per year. Click on job title for more information and how to apply.
  
  
• Singaporean marine recruiter with landbased jobs ( in Singapore ) like: Senior Superintendents ( Technical, Maintenance, FPSO ), HR personnel, etc. Click on position title for details and to apply. This company accepts open applications.
  
  
• New Zealand based marine jobs: Marine Supervisors, Technicians, Boat Builders, Painters, and further Management / Supervisory level positions. Apply by sending your CV by e-mail to address on agent's webpage.
  
  
• Marine engineering jobs, UK and overseas, shipbuilding jobs: design, new-build, refit, and conversion; Senior and Junior Naval Architects, Master mariners, Marine Engineers, etc.. Register first before you apply online. Vacancy listings include salary offered UK £ per year or sometimes ( for short time contract jobs ) per hour.
  
  
• UK and International ( Middle East, India and West Africa ) regularly up-dated on-line job listings for Mechanical / Technical Inspectors and Surveyors ( on shore and offshore ): Quality Control, Lifting Gear ( NDT ), CSWIP Inspectors, Drill Pipe, Pipeline and Laybarge, Welding, Coating, etc. Apply by e-mail to address given in connection with each vacant position.
  
  
• International US based executive search agency, including the shipping sector, positions for: Operations Managers, Transportation Specialists, Chartering Managers, Safety and Environmental Managers, Finance Officers, Ship Designers / Design Engineers, etc. Occasionally salary range is indicated with a certain vacant position ( USD per year ). Apply by e-mail
  
  
• German shipmanagement company with over 600 ships have offices in Germany, Australia, Bermuda, P.R. China, Cyprus, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Isle of Man, Japan, Poland, Singapore, and UK. The management company is an equal opportunity and anti-discrimination employer accepting personnel of all nationalities. Occasionally have employment opportunities for marine personnel in office staff positions. To enquire contact nearest crew service centre.

• Indian recruiter with shore based employment for Health & Safety Officers, Naval Architects, Yacht Builders & Designers, Engineering Superintendents, Marine Safety & Quality Managers, etc. Use "Enquiry" or "E-mail" link at bottom of recruiter's page for enquiries or applications. ( Arabic )
  
  
• Shore based Executive employment in the oil sector, North America and International ( Africa, Middle East, UK ): Barge Superintendent, Barge Foreman, Dive Representative, Maintenance Manager, Mechanical Engineers, Submarine Pipeline Engineer, etc. To find current positions available and suitable for yourself use job search function. You must register first before applying.
  
  
• Petroleum and Chemical Engineering, Geoscience, and Medical jobs with Saudi Aramco, both shore based and on Saudi oil rigs. Only about 50% of international employees are Americans. In March 2009 Saudi Aramco stated they are committed to their long term investment plans. Means exploration and construction continues regardless of any "disturbances" in the financial sector.
  
  First you submit your résumé with online form ( no cover letter needed ). Then you fill in your application also online. After filling it in you print it out and send by "snail mail". Follow instructions on the website.
  
  
• British recruitment agency with worldwide land based marine employment such as: Ship, Safety, Security & Quality Superintendents, Technical Marine Superintendents, Marine Engineers, Marine Surveyors ( Deck & Engine ), Master Mariners, Naval Architects ( male / female ), HSE engineers ( male / female ), Marine Lecturers (UK), etc. many more. Some job listings include salaries offered. Click on "More" to the right for more information and to apply.
  
  
• German recruiting consultants with International shore based employment opportunities for Crew and Technical Superintendents, Personnel Officers ( ship's crew "managers" ) etc. Use online application form to which you can attach your "letter of Application" ( Cover Letter ) and your CV.
  
  
• Lloyd's Register ship classification society hires Marine Engineers and Naval Architects as classification surveyors and/or in suitable support functions. Go to "all vacancies" list or use job search function.
  
  
• Germanischer Lloyd classification society employs marine surveyors worldwide ( Master Mariners, Marine Engineers, Senior Marine Officers ). Use online application form.
  
  
• A forum post about the availability of marine / maritime security officer employment worldwide onboard ships and ashore. Check on marine security job vacancies' up-dates.
  
  
• International security management consulting company based in Brisbane, Australia, covers Maritime Security, including oil and gas platforms, luxury yachts, cargo and cruise ships, and shipping terminals. Employs also non-Australian maritime security professionals.
  
  
• International Maritime Security Consultancy firm based in UK and specialised in implementing the ISSP code. Apply by regular mail or e-mail enclosing your CV.
  
  
• UK based marine security company hires security operatives and operational personnel. Applicants should have prior experience as military and/or intelligence professionals.
  
  
• Occasional marine-maritime security employment opportunities. Positions like maritime security analysts, planners and/or administrators, marine security managers, etc.
  
  
• UK based marine security consultancy recruits Security Officers onboard ships ( including superyachts ) - both long and short term contracts worldwide. Candidates should be former members of the armed forces, preferably with maritime experience. Some contracts may require full weapons qualifications. Use online application form and attach your CV before submitting the form.
  
  
• US based maritime security jobs placement agency / job board with International employment vacancies, like: cruise ship Surveillance Operators, Maritime Security Director, Port Threat Analysts, cruise ship Security Inspectors, Port Security Specialists, etc. Click on position name for more information and to apply.
  
  
• British Maritime Security Consultancy have opportunities for yacht and commercial ship security consultants and technical / support staff with a background in ship / yacht management. To apply use e-mail address on employer's webpage.
  
  
• Security consultants and security services provider for the maritime shipping sector based in Singapore with offices also in Hong Kong and Perth ( Australia ). The jobs include close protection ( body guards ) for clients onboard superyachts, survey vessels and diving trips. Assignments can also involve construction barges, cable laying vessels and slowly towing ocean going tug boats. Applicants should be experienced former military or police tactical personnel from the OECD countries. Apply by sending your CV for future consideration to address on company webpage.
  
  
• Norwegian Cruise Line ( NCL ) accepts direct applications for casino security staff, like Surveillance Camera Operators, to their International fleet. Must have live camera surveillance experience in a casino, hotel, or resort environment or minimum one year in a high volume retail store, and knowledge of casino games. Work rotation 6 months on / 2 months off. Read carefully instructions how to apply on company website.
  
  
• Mallorca based recruitment agency in February 2010 looking for Security Officer for Very Large Motoryacht. For details go to Superyacht Jobs
  
  
• Shore-side job board for American Mariners. Vacancies for Brokers, Control Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineers, Quality Safety Administrator, Shipbuilder / Marine Engineer [ Vietnam ], etc. Candidates must be US citizens or possess a legal US work permit ( "green card" ) except for positions located outside US. Click on Job position name for more information and to apply. Listed vacancies are up-dated continuously.
  
  
• Shell Petroleum employs experienced professionals around the world - both sea based and land based opportunities. Choose your world region or country and search through vacancies available. Must use online form when applying. You can also sign up to receive Job Alerts by email once you have registered yourself as applicant.
  
  Beware of fake e-mails from "Shell Global Employment Program" (@yahoo.com). The e-mails ask for C.V. to be sent to "shellnationalsecretariat@usa.com" - but Shell head office is in Holland ( Royal Dutch Shell ). For more info on employment scams, see Nigerian and Other Employment-Money Scam Examples.
  
  
• British Petroleum ( BP ) recruits world wide, positions both sea and land based. Job opportunities are listed by location, use job search to view current vacancies in the area you are interested in.
  
  
• Chevron Petroleum ( includes Texaco, Caltex, and Total ) employs experienced professionals world wide, both sea based - 21 vessels: crude and product carriers, LPG, and LNG - and land based career opportunities. Use job search to find current vacancies in your country / region.
  
  Chevron warns about fake job offers and categorically states neither they nor their agents require any payments or placement fees whatsoever. If you want to inform about a possibly fake offer you can do so by e-mail, either to: comment"at"chevron.com (instead of "at" you type: @) or you can forward a copy of the offer to me - also by e-mail.