Ensuring that the running maintenance and dry dockings of an assigned number of vessels is executed in a safe, efficient and cost-effective way. The technical Superintendent will maintain the technical status and maximize the uptime of our fleet.
Accountabilities and responsibilities (to include but not limited to:
- Ensure that day to day operations are performed in a safe, professional, efficient and cost-effective manner
- Manage client expectations and build-up a close relationship and 'goodwill' with the customer representative/client on site
- Coordinate and execute the daily running maintenance within budget on board of vessels
- Monitor and follow-up on the planned maintenance system
- Generate and approve purchase orders and requisitions and receive & inspect goods delivered
- Supervise, coach, and instruct Chief Engineers if and when required to ensure smooth and professional on-board technical management
- Undertake vessel inspections and report on the status of the vessels to the Regional Marine Manager and Contract Manager.
- Investigate and analyze root causes of defects and take timely corrective and preventive actions.
- Arrange surveys with flag state and classification authorities and other relevant parties.
- Ensure full compliance of vessel certifications with flag state and class requirements. • Plan, coordinate and execute dry dockings in line with quality standards, agreed budgets and timelines.
- Supervise and evaluate activities and performance of third-party contractors and vendors.
- Ensure damages to be surveyed and repaired in close consultation with classification societies and the insurance department.
- Optimize and implement technical (new build) standards.
- Maintain daily communication with assigned vessels
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Maritime Engineering or Naval Architecture.
- Experience in Project Management
- A strong communicator (verbal and written)
- Minimum 3 – 5 years in Ship Management as a Technical Superintendent or equivalent.
- Team player with a collaborative approach, maintaining high standards and good work ethics.
- High level of organizational and planning skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high quality outcomes that are accurate, complete, and timely