Ship Superintendent

Private Destinations•Miami, FL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Ship Superintendent provides timely technical support to assigned vessels and ensures their safe, efficient operation and regulatory compliance. Working within Fleet Technical Operations, the role is the primary shoreside technical contact for assigned ships and connects shipboard teams with corporate departments, vendors, and other stakeholders. The Superintendent oversees maintenance and repair programs, technical procurement, vessel certifications, budgets, and dry-dock and wet-dock projects. The position also supports continuous improvement and contributes to vessel readiness, environmental protection, and guest and crew safety. The role includes monitoring planned maintenance and technical performance, reviewing reports and survey findings, resolving defects, and keeping maintenance records and certifications current. The Superintendent plans and oversees refit work, coordinates resources and vendors, and tracks project schedules and costs. The position is classified as in-office: employees work from a designated Princess office Monday through Thursday and may work from home on Fridays. Travel is 25–50%, with shipboard travel likely. Work is primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety or health hazards; the employee must be able to remain stationary at a desk or computer for extended periods.

Requirements

Valid maritime engineering license with a minimum rank of Second Engineer or Senior Electrician on vessels equipped with AC Diesel-Electric propulsion systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage vessel maintenance programs from a shoreside position.
Proficiency in project management practices applicable to technical operations.
Working knowledge of Class Society and Flag State regulations relevant to vessel compliance.
Competency using AMOS or AMOS-based applications for planned maintenance and technical documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications for communication, reporting, and data management.
5–7 years of proven experience overseeing technical operations and maintenance for commercial or passenger vessels, including dry-dock and wet-dock planning and execution.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver complex technical projects on time and within budget.
Experience interpreting and applying classification society and flag state regulatory standards to ensure vessel compliance.
Skill in analyzing technical data, including oil-consumption trends, maintenance logs, and survey findings, to identify risks and implement corrective actions.
Familiarity with managing vessel certification schedules and ensuring timely renewals and documentation.
Experience responding to audit findings, non-conformances, and marine casualty reports with structured corrective and preventive action plans.
Ability to remain stationary at a desk and/or computer for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Manage technical repair and maintenance activities for assigned vessels, including monitoring planned maintenance through AMOS and ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation.
Participate in PBL meetings, assisting the PBL manager with timely completion of Diesel Engine overhauls and resolution of diesel generator issues.
Evaluate and resolve hotel technical defects and promote continuous improvement.
Verify and approve requisitions for spares, services, and consumables; coordinate with the technical supply chain team for timely, cost-effective delivery.
Support shipboard staff in maintaining current certifications and documentation; monitor certification renewal schedules and coordinate required visits.
Monitor AAQS reports and performance, cooling-water analysis results, and lubricating-oil consumption and analysis reports to identify trends and potential issues.
Conduct regular ship visits to assess technical condition and produce written visit reports and action plans; align one visit with the Annual PSSC Renewal Survey or another key milestone.
Plan and manage dry-dock and wet-dock repairs and renovations, including developing detailed specifications and overseeing shipyard work during refits.
Maintain records for dockings and special projects, coordinate technical requirements with internal departments and external vendors, and communicate relevant updates to ship management.
Review third-party surveys, ensure identified defects are addressed, enter recommendations into the maintenance system, assign them to appropriate onboard personnel, and ensure resources are available.
Manage the technical maintenance budget for assigned vessels, help compile the annual budget including Capital Projects, monitor spending, and take corrective action when budget deviations occur.
Track repair, maintenance, and technical-purchase costs; collaborate with finance and supply chain teams to evaluate suppliers and cost-effectiveness; ensure compliance with purchasing and logistics procedures.
Support evaluation of new products and services to enhance operational efficiency, and provide transparent, accurate financial reporting.
Ensure compliance with Global HESS and SMS standards and support vessel safety, environmental protection, and the well-being of guests and crew.
Review marine casualty reports, audit findings, and non-conformances; develop corrective and preventive action plans.
Coordinate with classification societies and flag state authorities regarding vessel modifications and regulatory updates; facilitate internal approvals and maintain proper documentation.
Act as the primary shoreside contact for assigned vessels and facilitate communication between shipboard teams and corporate departments.
Collaborate with electrical and hotel interior superintendents, brand representatives, and other stakeholders to align and address technical needs.
Support hiring and onboarding for technical roles when needed, participate in cross-functional meetings and project teams, and contribute to transparency, responsiveness, and continuous improvement across Fleet Operations.