Fleet Technical Manager - Jones Act Tankers

Premier Staffing Solution•Norfolk, VA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced commercial Jones Act Tanker Fleet Technical Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and regulatory-compliant operation of Jones Act MR Class Tankers. The ideal candidate will hold a U.S. Coast Guard Chief Engineer Merchant Mariner Credential with tank vessel endorsements and have a minimum of 5 years of sailing experience as Chief Engineer onboard Jones Act-qualified tank vessels . This position is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, operational readiness, and financial performance of assigned vessels, working closely with vessel crews, vendors, shipyards, classification societies, and Federal/state regulatory agencies. Company's main office is in Norfolk, VA. We prefer colleagues work from our Norfolk, VA office, but will consider authorizing remote work for exceptional candidates. The Jones Act Fleet Technical Manager performs routine travel to ports and ship repair locations primarily within the continental United States, and less routinely internationally.

Requirements

U.S. Coast Guard Chief Engineer Credential - Unlimited Horsepower, with Tank Vessel endorsement for tank vessels.
Minimum 5 years of sailing experience as Chief Engineer on Jones Act-qualified tank vessels (MR class preferred).
In-depth knowledge of U.S. maritime and classification society regulations/standards, including the Jones Act, USCG, ABS, SIRE 2.0, TMSA, and MARPOL.
Strong technical expertise in slow speed diesel marine propulsion systems, electrical systems, cargo systems, and marine automation.
Experience in drydock planning, execution, and budget management .
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient with marine maintenance management systems including ABS Wavesight Nautical systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Valid TWIC and U.S. Passport .
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required .
US Citizen capable of obtaining a Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with MR class tanker specifications and operations.
Bachelor's degree in marine engineering, Marine Transportation, or a related field.
Previous shoreside experience in a port engineering or fleet management role.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical liaison between vessel engineering departments and shoreside management.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and drydocking's.
Manage vessel budgets and ensure cost-effective procurement of parts, services, and labor.
Ensure compliance with all applicable U.S. Coast Guard ( USCG ), American Bureau of Shipping ( ABS ), and Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA ) regulations, applicable state regulations, as well as company safety and environmental standards.
Be an advocate for shipboard safety , the company safety culture, and actively support timely attention to any safety issue.
Review and analyze machinery performance data, fuel consumption , and preventive maintenance records.
Support vessel crews in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
Conduct onboard inspections to assess equipment condition and operational standards.
Coordinate with vendors, shipyards , and classification societies for inspections, surveys, and certifications.
Participate in near miss/incident investigations and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Maintain up-to-date documentation and reporting in fleet maintenance systems (e.g., ABS Wavesight Nautical Systems).
Provide oversight for vessel Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure that all voyages are efficiently and safely performed in accordance with charter party requirements.
Actively coordinate with terminals, vendors and other functions to service the vessel with timely attention and efficiency.
Act as the operational point of contact with the customer/charterer.
Responsible for internal coordination of engineering matters to ensure contract or charter party compliance and customer satisfaction.
Review the vessel safety committee meeting minutes and initiate timely follow-up of issues identified.
Ensure operations are carried out and conflicts/issues are addressed in accordance with Company Safety Management System procedures.
Act on continuous improvement initiatives with timely attention and completion in a cost-efficient manner.
Participate in internal and external audits and vetting inspections to include TMSA, SIRE 2.0, ISO, ISM, etc.
Perform other position related duties as specified by management.
Support company commitment to safety and other selected standards and certifications