The posting
Role Overview
We are seeking a Technical Superintendent to oversee the safe, reliable and cost-effective technical management of assigned container vessels.
The successful candidate will manage vessel maintenance, repairs, dry-dockings, surveys and technical budgets, working closely with shipboard teams, shipowners and service providers to maintain vessel readiness and minimise downtime.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily technical requirements of assigned container vessels.
- Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to Chief Engineers and shipboard engineering teams.
- Monitor machinery condition, equipment reliability, fuel consumption and technical performance.
- Oversee the Planned Maintenance System and ensure timely completion of maintenance and defect rectification.
- Plan and supervise dry-dockings, major repairs, retrofits and surveys.
- Prepare repair specifications, evaluate quotations and monitor project quality, schedules and expenditure.
- Conduct vessel inspections and prepare condition reports with clear corrective actions.
- Prepare and manage technical budgets, reviewing expenditure and investigating variances.
- Review requisitions and coordinate the timely procurement of spare parts, stores and technical services.
- Monitor the maintenance of propulsion, electrical, automation, auxiliary and deck machinery systems.
- Oversee technical matters relating to reefer power supplies, hatch covers and cargo cranes where fitted.
- Coordinate with Class, Flag and service providers on surveys, certification and outstanding deficiencies.
- Support audits, inspections, incident investigations and emergency-response activities.
- Maintain regular communication with shipowners and report on vessel condition, technical risks and budget performance.
- Work closely with Marine, HSEQ, Crewing and Purchasing teams.
- Support the selection, appraisal and development of senior engineering officers.
- Assist with vessel takeovers, handovers and delivery projects.
Requirements
- Class 1 Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency or an internationally recognised equivalent.
- Diploma or degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Seagoing experience as Chief Engineer or Second Engineer aboard container vessels.
- Preferably 2 to 5 years of shore-based experience in container-vessel technical management.
- Strong knowledge of marine machinery, planned maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Experience managing dry-dockings, repairs, vessel inspections and technical budgets.
- Good understanding of Class, Flag, statutory and environmental requirements.
- Experience in third-party ship management and shipowner reporting would be advantageous.
- Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and fleet-management systems.
- Willing to travel internationally and provide urgent technical support outside standard working hours.



