Technical Superintendent (Dual Fuel Tankers)

Job Description

• Take overall technical responsibility for assigned dual-fuel tanker vessels, ensuring safe, reliable and cost-effective operation.
• Monitor vessel condition, machinery performance, maintenance standards and technical reliability.
• Provide day-to-day technical guidance and support to Masters and Chief Engineers.
• Ensure all planned maintenance, defect repairs and corrective actions are completed effectively and in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and company standards.
• Monitor and manage the Planned Maintenance System (PMS), surveys, certificates and statutory requirements.
• Conduct regular vessel inspections and follow up on technical deficiencies, maintenance requirements and inspection findings.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise dry-dockings, major repairs, refits, conversions, mobilisations and in-water repairs.
• Prepare repair specifications, evaluate technical quotations and coordinate with shipyards, contractors, class and vendors.
• Monitor the performance and reliability of dual-fuel propulsion systems, including relevant gas-fuel systems and associated machinery.
• Support troubleshooting and investigation of machinery breakdowns, technical incidents and equipment failures.
• Carry out root-cause analysis and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented.
• Ensure vessels maintain full compliance with Flag State, Class, IMO, ISM, MARPOL and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Support preparation for and follow-up of vessel inspections, audits, vetting and external requirements applicable to tanker operations.
• Manage technical procurement, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply of spares, stores, lubricants and technical services.
• Prepare, monitor and control vessel technical budgets and operating expenditure, ensuring spending remains within approved limits.
• Liaise closely with owners, Masters, Chief Engineers, class societies, flag authorities, suppliers, shipyards and other stakeholders.
• Support emergency response for serious technical incidents involving vessels under responsibility.
• Promote strong safety, environmental and technical standards across assigned vessels.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in vessel reliability, maintenance efficiency, fuel performance and technical management.

Requirements

• Class 1 / MEO Class 1 Certificate of Competency or equivalent internationally recognised Chief Engineer qualification.
• Degree/Diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related maritime discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' relevant sea-going experience as Chief Engineer/Second Engineer, preferably on tanker, gas or other technically complex vessels.
• Minimum 1 year sailing experience as Chief Engineer is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience with dual-fuel propulsion systems is essential.
• Practical knowledge of MAN B&W ME-GI and/or WinGD X-DF engines is highly advantageous.
• Strong tanker background, preferably oil/product tanker experience.
• Previous shore-based experience as a Technical Superintendent / Vessel Superintendent is preferred.
• Experience managing vessels through dry-docking, major repairs, breakdowns, mobilisations and in-water repairs.
• Strong knowledge of vessel maintenance, PMS, machinery systems, technical documentation and statutory/class requirements.
• Familiarity with Class, Flag State, IMO and tanker-related inspection/vetting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in technical budgeting, cost control and procurement.
• Good understanding of vessel performance monitoring and machinery efficiency.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with vessel crews, owners, class, vendors and internal departments.
• IT literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and vessel management/PMS systems.
• Willingness to travel internationally for vessel visits, inspections, dry-dockings and technical projects.
• Strong safety mindset, commercial awareness and ability to work independently in a fast-paced ship-management environment.