Senior Ship Superintendent

Responsibilities

• Strategic & Vessel Technical Oversight and Maintenance:
  • Maintain planned maintenance via the AMOS system and ensure timely execution and accurate documentation.
  • Assist the PBL manager in completing Diesel Engine overhauls on time and resolving DG issues promptly.
  • Evaluate and resolve hotel technical defects to promote continuous improvement.
  • Verify and approve requisitions for spares, services, and consumables, and coordinate with the technical supply chain team for timely and cost-effective delivery.
  • Maintain up-to-date certifications and documentation for shipboard staff.
  • Monitor AAQS reports and performance to ensure availability at all times, and review Cooling Water analysis results, lubricating oil consumption, and analysis reports to identify trends and potential issues.
  • Conduct regular ship visits to assess technical condition and produce a written report for each visit, including any action plans if required.
  • Develop vessel-specific technical strategies and ensure integration with broader fleet initiatives.
• Operational and Budgetary Management:
  • Manage the technical repair and maintenance budgets of assigned vessels, including OPEX and CAPEX planning.
  • Lead the annual budget development process and monitor ongoing expenditures to ensure fiscal discipline.
  • Investigate variances, provide justifications, and collaborate with finance to maintain transparency and control.
  • Evaluate cost-effectiveness of technical purchases and ensure adherence to procurement protocols.
  • Collaborate with finance and supply chain teams to evaluate suppliers and assess cost-effectiveness.
  • Ensure compliance with company purchasing and logistics procedures.
  • Evaluate new products and services to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Review budget performance regularly and take corrective actions when deviations occur.
• Cross-Functional Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Serve as the primary technical liaison between shipboard teams and shore-side departments, including Fleet Operations, Technical Supply Chain, Hotel Technical, and Brand stakeholders.
  • Lead coordination efforts to ensure vessel needs are understood and addressed across all functions.
  • Direct cross-departmental initiatives, such as technical upgrades, vendor evaluations, and compliance projects.
  • Delegate tasks to electrical and hotel interior superintendents with clear expectations and oversight.
  • Ensure alignment of all internal and external stakeholders on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Support ship staff in maintaining all required certifications and documentation.
  • Monitor renewal schedules and coordinate visits from relevant personnel to ensure timely updates.
  • Review marine casualty reports, audit findings, and non-conformances, and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
  • Coordinate with classification societies and flag state authorities for modifications and regulatory updates.
  • Ensure all operations prioritize environmental protection and the safety of guests and crew.
• Continuous Improvement and Technical Innovation:
  • Analyze technical performance data and identify trends in maintenance, defects, and resource utilization.
  • Lead initiatives to enhance planned maintenance execution, reduce recurring issues, and implement innovative solutions.
  • Evaluate new technologies, tools, and vendor capabilities to improve vessel performance and lifecycle management.
  • Evaluate research and pilot testing initiatives and ensure alignment with fleet standards.
  • Mentor junior superintendents and contribute to leadership development within the technical team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant shipboard role, ideally at the level of Chief Engineer or Chief Electrician.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a shore-side superintendent role with direct accountability for vessel operations.
• Proven leadership as the superintendent in charge of dry-docking for technical and/or electrical systems.
• Demonstrated involvement in annual OPEX and CAPEX budget development, including oversight and control.
• Experience managing and executing contracts for vessel operations and maintenance.
• Ability to represent the Fleet Director in meetings with senior leadership, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Experience with new build projects or similar large-scale technical initiatives.
• Familiarity with AMOS or AMOS-based applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and data analytics tools such as Tableau.
• Completion of a ship superintendency course.
• Completion of a leadership development program.

Qualifications

• Deep technical knowledge and operational experience from both shipboard and shore-side roles.
• Lead responsibility for planning and executing dry-docking projects, including technical and electrical scopes.
• Strong understanding of budget planning, variance analysis, and cost control in a maritime context.

Skills

• Advanced problem-solving capabilities to address complex technical challenges in dynamic maritime environments.
• Interpretation of regulatory requirements, audit findings, and incident reports to create corrective and preventive action plans.
• Balancing cost, time, and safety considerations when planning dry-docks or approving technical purchases.
• Evaluating vendor proposals, troubleshooting recurring technical issues, and resolving cross-departmental conflicts.
• Thinking critically and acting decisively, often under time-sensitive and high-stakes conditions.
• Representing the Fleet Director in meetings with senior leadership, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Managing both technical and electrical aspects of vessel operations.