Engineering Assisting Manager

Suomen Vuokramestarit Oy•Malta, MT

11d

About The Position

Our partner has nearly 40 years of experience in the marine industry. We are currently seeking, on behalf of our partner, a highly motivated, responsible, and experienced Engineering Assisting Manager. In this role, you will support the Senior Manager and Directors in the planning, coordination, and control of engineering and workshop activities. The position focuses on project execution, cost control, supplier coordination, regulatory compliance, and customer communication, ensuring that all work is delivered efficiently, safely, and in accordance with technical standards and brand requirements.

Requirements

Relevant technical qualifications and/or experience suitable for a mid-management engineering role.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Strong planning, time management, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Reliable, efficient, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the marine industry and Sage accounting software will be considered assets.

Responsibilities

Record daily work progress and allocate labour and material costs to the relevant projects.
Inspect works during quotation stage and throughout execution to ensure quality and scope compliance.
Prepare and update work schedules, providing regular progress updates to customers.
Review completed project costings and support the Accounts Department in structuring final invoices.
Maintain effective working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors, sourcing services and materials in line with technical and classification requirements.
Coordinate overseas specialized service technicians, including planning and on-site support.
Ensure certification, maintenance, and compliance of workshop equipment and machinery.
Compile clear and professional technical reports, inspections, and job documentation.
Follow up on spare parts and warranty matters to ensure compliance with representing brand policies.
Liaise with representing brand network management on budgets, KPIs, audits, and compliance matters.
Prepare and support after-sales and compliance audits.
Develop and improve work procedures to optimize efficiency and quality.
Support the Senior Manager and Directors with technical correspondence, work plans, and operational coordination, including assistance outside normal workshop hours when required.