Maritime Technical Manager: Asset Performance & Compliance

EMA Ship Management; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

EMA Ship Management in Dubai is seeking a Technical Manager to supervise the technical performance and maintenance of managed vessels, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle cost control.

You will coordinate drydocking, monitor vessel condition, review technical reports, and manage related budgets while collaborating with senior staff to align technical operations with investment objectives. The role supports inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to evaluate vessel performance, maintenance data, lifecycle costs, and technical risks.
• Proven team management capabilities, including leading technical staff, coordinating with crew, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Hands-on experience in technical support for marine assets, including troubleshooting, maintenance planning, and compliance with international maritime regulations.
• Background in research and development (R&D) or continuous improvement, with the ability to identify and implement technical enhancements and innovation in ship operations.
• Demonstrated project management skills for overseeing drydocking, repair projects, and technical upgrade programs within time and budget constraints.
• Relevant degree in marine engineering or naval architecture; professional maritime certifications are an advantage.
• Experience in international ship management or maritime operations, preferably within a performance-driven and investment-focused environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear technical documentation and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfort with hybrid work arrangements and digital tools for remote collaboration and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical performance and maintenance of managed vessels, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate drydocking and repair activities and monitor budgets for maintenance and lifecycle costs.
• Review technical reports and analyze vessel condition and performance data.
• Collaborate with superintendents, senior seafarers, and commercial teams to align technical operations with business objectives.
• Lead technical improvement initiatives and support inspections and audits.
• Provide guidance on risk mitigation and long-term asset reliability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team management

Hands-on technical support

R&D / Continuous improvement

Project management

Marine engineering / naval arch

Maritime certifications (advantage)

International ship management

Excellent communication skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Education

Degree in marine engineering or naval architecture

Maritime certifications (advantage)

Job description

EMA Ship Management in Dubai is seeking a Technical Manager to supervise the technical performance and maintenance of managed vessels, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and lifecycle cost control.

You will coordinate drydocking, monitor vessel condition, review technical reports, and manage related budgets while collaborating with senior staff to align technical operations with investment objectives. The role supports inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.