Marine Technical Superintendent – Vessel Performance & Dry Docking
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Marine Technical Superintendent to join a leading maritime transportation organization. This key role involves providing shore-based engineering expertise focused on vessel performance optimization, dry docking management, maintenance efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background, proactive analytical ability, and a collaborative spirit to support fleet reliability, operational excellence, and cost control initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze vessel technical performance metrics, including fuel consumption, machinery efficiency, and operational reliability.
- Evaluate engineering data to develop and recommend strategies for performance improvement and cost reduction.
- Collaborate closely with Technical, Commercial Operations, HSQE, and vessel management teams to enhance fleet efficiency.
- Support dry docking projects by reviewing technical specifications, repair scopes, contractor proposals, schedules, and budgets.
- Review maintenance budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Utilize Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) to ensure maintenance compliance and optimize preventive maintenance programs.
- Prepare detailed technical reports, engineering analyses, budget assessments, and performance improvement recommendations for senior management.
- Participate in vessel inspections, technical audits, and shipyard visits to ensure compliance and optimize vessel performance.
- Support regulatory compliance efforts related to Port State Control, RightShip, classification societies, and flag state regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on fleet maintenance, reliability, and engineering best practices.
- Provide technical guidance and support to vessel personnel and internal stakeholders on engineering matters.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering or an equivalent engineering qualification.
- Prior sailing experience as a Chief Engineer on commercial vessels.
- In-depth knowledge of marine propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, and vessel maintenance practices.
- Proven experience supporting dry docking projects from planning to execution.
- Strong understanding of vessel maintenance budgeting and cost management.
- Hands-on experience with Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS).
- Familiarity with marine regulatory standards, including Port State Control, RightShip, and classification society requirements.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ABS NS Enterprise, Bureau Veritas (BV), and other classification societies.
- Expertise in vessel performance monitoring, fleet engineering analytics, and reliability engineering.
- Proven track record in maintenance cost optimization, technical audits, root cause analysis, and dry dock project management.
- Skilled in shipyard coordination and fleet technical support.
- Proficiency with technical tools such as Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis & Reporting, and technical documentation.