Technical Superintendent

Roles & Responsibilities The Technical Superintendent will oversee the safe, reliable and cost-efficient technical operation of assigned bulk carriers and/or container vessels. The role is responsible for vessel maintenance, regulatory and class compliance, budget control and technical performance, while working closely with shipboard and shore-based teams to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the technical management of assigned vessels to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operations. • Ensure vessels comply with the Company’s Safety and Quality Management System (SQMS), internal procedures and operational standards. • Maintain compliance with all applicable statutory, flag-state, classification society and international maritime requirements. • Monitor vessel performance, machinery condition, planned maintenance schedules and overall technical reliability. • Work closely with Masters and Chief Engineers to resolve technical issues and provide timely shore-based support. • Plan and supervise routine maintenance, emergency repairs, statutory surveys, class inspections and dry-docking projects. • Ensure all vessel statutory and class certificates remain valid and updated. • Prepare, manage and monitor vessel operating budgets while maintaining effective cost control. • Coordinate the timely procurement and delivery of spare parts, equipment and technical services. • Liaise with the crewing department to ensure vessels are adequately manned according to regulatory and operational requirements. • Prepare and submit technical, operational and financial reports to vessel owners in accordance with reporting requirements. • Promote a strong safety culture, environmental responsibility and energy-efficient vessel operations. • Provide technical advice and guidance to Masters, Chief Engineers and other shipboard personnel. • Coordinate with classification societies, flag administrations, shipyards, contractors, suppliers and equipment manufacturers. • Conduct regular vessel visits, inspections and audits to assess technical condition, verify compliance and follow up on outstanding matters. • Review existing technical procedures and recommend improvements to strengthen fleet performance, safety and cost efficiency. Requirements Applicants should fulfil at least one of the following qualification and experience criteria: • A recognized degree in Marine Engineering or another relevant maritime discipline, together with at least three years of applicable sea-going or shore-based experience within the shipping industry; or • A valid Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency (CoC), with a minimum of two years’ sailing experience in the capacity of Chief Engineer; or • At least two years of shore-based experience as a Technical Superintendent with a shipowner or ship-management company. Additional requirements: • Proven experience in the technical management of bulk carriers and/or container vessels. • Strong working knowledge of vessel machinery, technical operations, planned maintenance systems (PMS), repairs, dry-docking and statutory requirements. • Good understanding of international maritime regulations, flag-state requirements, classification society rules and recognized industry standards. • Experience in technical purchasing, budget planning, cost tracking and expenditure control. • Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities, with sound technical judgement. • Able to manage competing priorities, lead effectively and perform well in a fast-paced environment. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both shipboard and shore-based teams. • Good command of written and spoken English. • Familiarity with safety, environmental and quality-management frameworks, including the ISM Code and ISO standards, would be an advantage.