Technical Superintendent

Fairwater•Dania Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Superintendent is responsible for ensuring assigned vessels operate safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while complying with applicable Class, statutory, company, flag state, and international requirements and protecting asset value. The role provides day-to-day technical support to vessels and manages repair and maintenance activities, budgets, vessel condition, regulatory compliance, and technical documentation. The position reports to the Technical Director, supervises ship staff and contractors as required, and is based in Dania Beach, Florida. The schedule is Monday through Friday during business hours, with additional work as required. Travel may be necessary for projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering and/or Naval Architecture, or equivalent experience.
Combined experience sailing as a Licensed Engineering Officer and working in a shoreside technical role; shipyard experience may be accepted in lieu of shipboard experience.
Past dry-dock or major repair supervisory experience.
English language ability.
Ability to travel as necessary for projects.
Ability to work well with others; self-starter, proactive, flexible with work schedule, and well organized.
Technical asset management capability.
Analytical, problem-solving, time management, project management, and decision-making skills.
Knowledge of technical operations for the vessel types managed.
Knowledge of the propulsion plant onboard vessels managed.

Nice To Haves

Working experience with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Maritime Academy education.
USCG Unlimited Third Engineer’s license or greater.

Responsibilities

Ensure vessels are operated safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, in compliance with Class, statutory, and company regulations, while protecting asset value.
Provide day-to-day technical support and guidance to assigned vessels; monitor vessel performance and ensure follow-up action.
Manage vessel repair and maintenance budgets and operating expenditures in coordination with Marine Superintendents and Operations teams.
Manage repair and maintenance for assigned vessels, including voyage repairs, regulatory surveys, dry dock and shipyard events, emergencies, casualties, and modifications.
Promote professional relationships with officers and crew; set goals and expectations, and coach and develop Chief Engineers in line with competence and performance management objectives.
Participate in interviews and make recommendations regarding new hires and promotions.
Serve as the primary contact for technical coordination for assigned vessels.
Conduct regular vessel visits to confirm condition and compliance with Fairwater Operating Standards, and provide Vessel Condition reports.
Monitor use of maintenance software (NS), verifying that repairs and maintenance are properly reported and standard jobs are followed.
Stay current with and ensure compliance with applicable flag state and Class standards, international regulations, and audit results.
Act as a focal point for port states, Class, terminals, and the USCG; assist with and participate in incident investigations.
Manage technical files, including service reports, machinery history, and regulatory-required documentation.