Technical Superintendent

The Technical Superintendent is responsible for the technical condition and reliable operation of vessels assigned to the role. The position oversees daily maintenance and repair, technical budgets, survey planning, onboard assessments, inspections and dry-docking. It ensures that vessels are maintained in accordance with applicable class and statutory requirements and are operated safely, efficiently and economically. The superintendent works closely with Masters, Chief Engineers, repair yards, service providers and internal departments to resolve defects, plan maintenance and arrange technical supplies. Careful monitoring of planned maintenance, vessel documentation and repair costs is central to maintaining operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical operation and maintenance of assigned vessels, including daily repairs, inspections and condition assessments.
• Prepare and monitor technical budgets, survey schedules, repair plans and dry-docking activities.
• Ensure vessels maintain valid class status and comply with statutory, flag-state and company requirements.
• Monitor planned preventive maintenance systems and verify that work is completed and reported to required standards.
• Coordinate with Masters and Chief Engineers and provide technical advice when operational or maintenance issues arise.
• Source technical supplies and spare parts, supervise service providers and ensure repairs are completed within agreed budgets.
• Prepare repair specifications, maintain technical records and report on vessel performance, costs and maintenance activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• An unlimited STCW Chief Engineer Motor licence for seagoing vessels, or a degree or diploma in Mechanical or Electromechanical Engineering.
• Experience in vessel technical operations, maintenance management or a comparable marine engineering role is relevant.
• Ability to understand class, statutory and flag requirements and maintain vessel compliance.
• Knowledge of planned maintenance systems, technical budgeting and repair or dry-dock coordination.
• Clear communication with vessel personnel, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Skills and Employment Details

• Marine technical knowledge and maintenance planning.
• Budget management and cost control.
• Class and statutory compliance awareness.
• Problem solving, reporting and coordination.

Full-time technical management role based in Dubai, UAE, with vessel visits and repair-yard coordination as required.