Technical Superintendent

About the Role
Lead the overall technical management (including technical services provided by third-party managers) of LNG/LPG vessels under direct management, ensuring reliable, safe, and cost-efficient operations. Support various projects and studies related to the fleet to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, legislation, class requirements, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Standardization:

  • Maintain high technical and operational standards for the vessels to meet reliability benchmarks.
  • Strive for industry-wide best standards for vessels, dry docking, repairs, and performance through statistical analysis and a comprehensive database of fuel consumption, equipment failures, and spare parts. Conduct periodic ship visits and inspections to track these standards.
  • Contribute to projects and studies to enhance fleet quality and standards.
  • Develop and ensure approval of policies and procedures related to ship management through the MOC process.

• Maintenance System:

  • Monitor and keep the planned maintenance system up-to-date and compliant with regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in technical and feasibility analyses related to new or replacement vessel equipment and systems.

• Operational Support:

  • Provide expert technical and marine engineering advice to ensure reliable, safe, and cost-effective operations.
  • Resolve technical issues, propose solutions, and track required improvements or modifications to vessels for implementation.

• Financial Support:

  • Prepare budgets for vessels, track variances with actual costs, and implement measures to control those variances.
  • Control expenditures while ensuring standards are maintained and vessel performance maximized.
  • Collaborate with the purchasing section on tender evaluations and preparations for sourcing equipment, spare parts, and support services.
  • Provide justifications and clearance for contractor invoices against supplied materials or services.

• Regulatory Support:

  • Ensure vessels comply with all regulatory requirements, including class and flag, as well as maintain valid and up-to-date certificates and surveys.
  • Monitor the environmental compliance of vessels and their operations.

• Safety:

  • Conduct safety & technical audits periodically, vet vessels, and track incident investigations while preparing systems for incident response and contingency plans.
  • Act under the guidance of the company Incident Commander as per the Emergency Response Plan and provide emergency support as needed.

• Staff Performance:

  • Monitor and manage ship staff performance, undertake appraisals, and coordinate with the Marine Personnel Department on recommendations.

• Dry Docking:

  • Prepare and review dry docking specifications and documentation before and after each dry-docking.
  • Attend and monitor dry docking for safety, efficiency, accuracy, quality, and adherence to scheduled repair work.
  • Ensure all details of dry docking and major planned repairs comply with the Maintenance System in place.
  • Participate in price negotiations during post-dock review meetings.

• Relationship Management:

  • Maintain interactions concerning potential fleet projects and long-term technical issues with third-party managers.
  • Guide the supply and contracts division in entering strategic contracts with key vendors and third-party managers.

• Generic Accountabilities:

  • Adhere to all relevant QHSE policies and procedures to provide safe, world-class, secure, and environmentally responsible services.
  • Implement approved policies and processes while providing instructions to subordinates to ensure proper execution.
  • Act as proxy at various industry forums as required.
  • Monitor and analyze guarantee claims and recommend responses.
  • Assist in compiling Insurance Claim documentation.
  • Support the Head of Technical in preparing periodic management reports.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Key Result Areas

• Support achievement of industry-wide best standards in technical matters through regular ship visits.
• Monitor planned maintenance systems ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide expert technical and marine engineering advice.
• Prepare budgets, track variances with actual costs, and implement control measures.
• Conduct periodic safety and technical audits for proactive risk assessment.

Qualifications, Experience, and Job Skills

• Qualifications:
  • Marine Engineering degree (Class 1), preferably in motors and steam, or other relevant equivalents.
• Experience:
  • 8-12 years of overall experience, including at least 2 years in a similar supervisory capacity for LNG/LPG vessels, or 2 years managing large-scale repairs/maintenance activities for LNG/LPG vessels, or 2 years as Chief Engineer on LNG/LPG vessels.
• Job Specific Skills:
  • Proficient in project management, budget construction, engineering troubleshooting, negotiation, and management skills.
  • Capable of conducting risk assessments and accident investigations including root cause analysis with recommendations.
  • In-depth knowledge of technical operations for large gas carriers, including cargo containment systems, cargo handling equipment, propulsion plants, and up-to-date international and local marine rules and regulations.