Oversee the safe, reliable, and cost-effective technical management of company-owned and managed vessels while ensuring compliance with applicable international maritime regulations, classification requirements, and company procedures.
Lead and supervise shipbuilding projects, ensuring timely execution and adherence to technical specifications.
Ensure the effective implementation and continuous monitoring of the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) across the assigned fleet.
Stay updated on changes to maritime regulations, industry standards, and best practices, and ensure timely implementation where applicable.
Monitor vessel classification status and coordinate with technical teams to maintain statutory and class certification.
Provide technical guidance and support to Technical Superintendents to ensure vessels consistently meet operational, safety, and client requirements.
Plan, coordinate, and review vessel inspections, preparing technical reports on the condition of machinery, equipment, and vessel structures.
Manage repair, maintenance, and dry-docking activities, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, within schedule, and within approved budgets.
Develop, monitor, and control operational and capital expenditure budgets for the assigned fleet, reporting budget variances and recommending corrective actions where necessary.
Oversee technical fleet performance to ensure efficient maintenance practices and cost optimisation.
Ensure machinery and equipment are maintained in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and approved maintenance schedules.
Coordinate responses to inspection findings arising from SIRE, PSC, audits, and other safety or compliance inspections by implementing corrective actions and ensuring timely close-out.
Provide regular updates to senior management on fleet technical performance, operational issues, and maintenance progress.
Review technical reports submitted by vessel management teams relating to repairs, surveys, dry-docking activities, and associated costs.
Manage dry-docking projects to ensure vessels are delivered on schedule and in accordance with agreed specifications.
Monitor fuel and lubricating oil consumption trends and support initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
Conduct investigations into technical incidents or accidents and recommend preventive and corrective actions.
Prepare and monitor technical maintenance budgets to ensure effective cost control.
Issue technical advisories and maintenance bulletins to vessels when required.
Provide technical support to internal operational and commercial stakeholders.
Coordinate procurement and timely delivery of spare parts required to support the safe and efficient operation of vessels.
Requirements
Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Chief Engineer - Motor), Naval Architecture qualification, Mechanical Engineering qualification, or equivalent technical expertise gained through relevant industry experience.
Minimum 7 years of shore-based technical management experience within the maritime industry.
Experience managing vessel fleets, technical workshops, or similar marine engineering operations.
Hands-on experience with dual-fuel vessels is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of vessel operations, shipbuilding, technical management, and marine engineering practices.
Good understanding of ISM Code, ISPS Code, Flag State requirements, Classification Society rules, and relevant international maritime regulations.
Familiarity with SIRE and VIQ inspection processes.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and computer-based maintenance or reporting systems.
Strong leadership, organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and multicultural environment.
