MCV Technical Superintendent

The MCV Technical Superintendent manages the technical operation and maintenance of multi-purpose and offshore support vessels. The role covers planned maintenance, repairs, technical budgets, surveys, inspections, dockings and the performance of specialist equipment such as anchor-handling machinery, winches and cranes. The superintendent ensures that assigned vessels remain operational and compliant with classification, statutory and company requirements. Work involves close coordination with vessel Masters and Chief Engineers, operations managers, purchasing teams, repair yards and technical contractors. The position also oversees installation and certification of temporary third-party equipment, including diving and remotely operated vehicle systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical operation, maintenance and repair of assigned MCV and offshore vessels.
• Maintain vessel classification status, monitor survey schedules and ensure statutory requirements remain current.
• Coordinate planned preventive maintenance, inspect records and confirm that the vessel maintenance system is properly used.
• Manage maintenance of anchor-handling machinery, winches, cranes and other fixed equipment on board.
• Coordinate installation and certification of temporary equipment such as diving systems and ROV packages.
• Prepare docking and repair plans, supervise contractors and monitor costs, timelines and quality of completed work.
• Work with Masters, Chief Engineers, purchasing and operations teams to source supplies and protect vessel availability.

Requirements and Qualifications

• An unlimited STCW Chief Engineer Motor licence or a degree/diploma in Mechanical or Electromechanical Engineering.
• Approximately two to three years of shore experience in a similar role or two to three years sailing as a Chief Engineer.
• Experience with AHTS, offshore supply, offshore tug, dive-support, PSV or construction vessels.
• DP vessel experience is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance or project-management software, valid STCW certificates and ISM/ISPS requirements.

Skills and Employment Details

• Vessel technical management and offshore equipment knowledge.
• Maintenance planning, survey and dry-dock coordination.
• Cost control, procurement and contractor supervision.
• Analytical problem solving and Microsoft Office; MS Project or CAD familiarity is useful.

Full-time MCV technical-management role based in Dubai, UAE, supporting offshore and multi-purpose vessel operations.