24/11/2023

Technical Superintendent

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide technical advice to management on the condition of the fleet and any matter likely to affect the availability of any vessel in the fleet for duty

  • Assist with the maintenance and crew utilisation of computer-based planned maintenance and procurement systems

  • Provide support in the preparation of dry-docking specifications and budgets, maintenance and repair budgets, and overall monitoring of expenditure

  • Consult with management to plan maintenance schedules, labour requirements and work programs

  • Monitor and coordinate ongoing statutory requirements for surveys and audits of all vessels

  • Inventory control of stores and spare parts, including pick-up and delivery from local suppliers and service contractors

  • Liaise with management to coordinate repair work, safety inspections and supply of new plant and equipment with production schedules

Skills
  • Demonstrated experience in the field of engineering, with a relevant maritime or trade qualification

  • Experience supervising a team of engineers and coordinating external service contractors to provide technical solutions

  • An understanding of various mechanical equipment and systems including diesel engines, power generation, dynamic positioning, tug propulsion systems and hydraulics

  • Experience liaising with classification societies and statutory bodies on vessel certification & documentation compliance

  • A solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to perform root cause analysis to determine underlying problems

  • A strong degree of initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Competency in MS Office Suite and basic understanding of computer network hardware and system architecture

  • The flexibility to travel to port locations as required to meet operational demands

 

 

Job location

Papua New Guinea