About RightShip
RightShip is the world’s biggest third‑party maritime due diligence organization, providing expertise in global safety, sustainability and social responsibility best practices. We bring together years of industry expertise with the output from analytics and large data sets to provide our safety and environmental scoring systems, recommendations and consultancy services. Using leading data and technology, we aim to set new benchmarks in environmental protection. We support global initiatives and action influencing practical and impactful change, enabling “win‑win” for business and the environment. To find out more visit RightShip.com.
What We Offer
We offer a place where you know you are contributing to an organization that is constantly working to ensure ships are as safe as possible so that crew and cargo are protected. We are passionate about maritime efficiency, safety and sustainability practices.
We offer generous rewards. Our base salary is competitive, we support employee wellbeing and provide a Healthy Living Allowance and an annual incentive scheme. We have talented colleagues who share their experience and skills to help you on your way and we are committed to professional development to ensure your career continues to grow while you’re working with us.
What makes RightShip a great place to work at
RightShip is an equal opportunity employer, and we champion diversity. Our teams are composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and generations. We believe that a diversity of experiences makes us stronger—as individuals, as communities, and as an organization.
Don’t meet every single requirement of this role? Still apply! Research tells us that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At RightShip we believe that the right hire is someone who adds to our culture, rather than someone who fits in and conforms to our status quo. We want team members who value RightShip standards and workplace culture, and who bring an aspect of diversity that positively contributes to our work environment. If you are excited about this role, or about our company in general, we would love to hear from you!
About The Role
Reporting to the Head of Operations – EMEA, the Vetting Officer plays an important role in supporting the vetting process and assisting customers including ship managers and charterers. This position involves reviewing operational data, managing incoming enquiries, and ensuring the accuracy of information within our vetting platform.
This role is suitable for both experienced seafarers and junior officers/engineers looking to transition into a shore‑based maritime safety career.
Key Responsibilities
Vetting & Operational Support
* Review and classify PSC reports, incident reports and terminal feedback.
* Assess the quality of root cause analyses and corrective/preventive actions; follow up with ship managers when improvements are needed.
* Enter and maintain accurate data in the vetting platform.
* Serve as the first point of contact for the vetting team—monitoring daily communications, responding to routine queries and escalating time‑sensitive issues.
* Handle routine vetting‑related enquiries from external stakeholders.
* Ensure high standards of data accuracy, validation and record‑keeping.
* Organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines and deliver consistent, high‑quality customer service.
* Support enquiries about RightShip products and activities (e.g., vetting, inspections, Safety Score, GHG rating).
* Maintain and archive documentation in line with company procedures.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
* Seagoing experience as a qualified deck or engineering officer (senior ranks preferred, junior officers and engineers welcome to apply).
* A solid understanding of shipboard safety practices; tanker experience is an advantage but not essential.
* Practical familiarity with ship operations, onboard systems, safety management and general maritime procedures.
* Understanding of ship surveys, certifications and regulatory frameworks (Class, PSC/Flag, IMO/ILO, ISM, STCW).
* Awareness of current industry standards and best practices (e.g., OCIMF, ICC) for dry bulk, oil, chemical or gas vessels.
* Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Desirable
* Training or exposure to incident investigation or root cause analysis.
* Experience or involvement in shipboard safety management (e.g., Safety Officer duties).
Applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK.
RightShip is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, enables access and promotes inclusion in our workplace. You must have the right to live and work in this location to apply for this job.
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