Technical Superintendent (Bulk/Container) (S20504)
- Full time
- Singapore, Singapore View on Map
- posted 9 hours ago
- Posted: July 24, 2026 -Accepting applications
Job Detail
Job Description
Technical Superintendent
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of assigned vessels.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the company’s Safety and Quality Management System and ensure its effective implementation across assigned vessels.
- Monitor vessel and departmental compliance with company policies, procedures, and management system requirements.
- Support the development, review, and improvement of operational and technical procedures.
- Promote continuous improvement initiatives across vessel operations, safety, reliability, and cost management.
- Monitor the technical performance, operational condition, maintenance status, and overall efficiency of assigned vessels.
- Work closely with vessel management teams to address technical and operational issues promptly and effectively.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise vessel repairs, maintenance activities, surveys, and dry-docking projects.
- Ensure all vessels remain fully certified and compliant with applicable international conventions, flag-state requirements, class rules, and industry standards.
- Monitor vessel budgets and operating expenditure, ensuring prudent financial management and effective cost control.
- Manage technical purchasing activities and ensure the timely provision of spare parts, equipment, and services.
- Ensure assigned vessels are appropriately manned in accordance with regulatory, operational, and company requirements.
- Prepare and submit accurate technical, operational, and financial reports to vessel owners in accordance with the relevant ship management agreements.
- Encourage a strong safety culture while promoting environmental protection and energy-efficiency awareness onboard assigned vessels.
- Provide guidance and technical support to Masters, Chief Engineers, and other shipboard personnel.
- Liaise with classification societies, flag authorities, shipyards, contractors, suppliers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Carry out vessel visits and inspections to assess technical conditions, verify compliance, and follow up on outstanding matters.
Requirements
- A recognised degree in Marine Engineering or a related maritime discipline, with at least three years of experience onboard vessels or within the shipping industry; or
- A valid Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency with at least two years of sailing experience as Chief Engineer; or
- A minimum of two years of relevant experience as a Technical Superintendent with a shipowner or ship management company.
- Previous experience managing container vessels and/or bulk carriers is required.
- Strong knowledge of vessel technical operations, planned maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, and regulatory compliance.
- Good understanding of marine regulations, classification requirements, and applicable international standards.
- Experience in technical purchasing, budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, and cost control.
- Strong leadership, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good command of written and spoken English.
