Ship Repair Engineer

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company seeks an experienced Ship Repair Engineer for operations in Dubai. You will diagnose and repair ship engines, propulsion systems, boilers, pumps, and electrical systems, and will lead a small team of technicians in a busy port environment.

Typical duties include hull repairs and piping, dry-docking planning, project management, inspection and testing, coordinating with shipowners and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Marine Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of ship repair experience, with knowledge of propulsion systems or thrusters.
• Understanding hydraulics, pneumatics, marine electrical systems, and blue print interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair ship engines, propulsion systems, boilers, pumps, and electrical systems.
• Perform hull repairs, welding, piping, and outfitting.
• Plan and schedule dry-docking and repair projects, manage budgets, and ensure timely completion.
• Survey vessels to detect defects, analyze damage, and conduct operational tests.
• Liaise with ship owners, crews, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards in the shipyard.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

English proficiency

Propulsion systems knowledge

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Marine electrical systems

Blue print interpretation

Education

Marine Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

• Technical Repairs & Maintenance: Diagnose and repair ship engines, propulsion systems, boilers, pumps, and electrical systems.
• Structural & Mechanical Work: Perform hull repairs, welding, piping, and outfitting.
• Project Management: Plan and schedule dry-docking and repair projects, manage budgets, and ensure timely completion.
• Inspection & Testing: Survey vessels to detect defects, analyze damage, and conduct operational tests.
• Coordination: Liaison with ship owners, crews, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Compliance & Safety: Maintain Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards in the shipyard.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Education: A degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Typically 5+ years of experience in ship repair, with specific knowledge of propulsion systems or thrusters.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, marine electrical systems, and blue print interpretation.
• Soft Skills: Leadership, problem-solving, communication, and proficiency in English.

Typical Working Environment

Ship Repair Engineers work both in shipyards (docks) and on board vessels in port. The role requires managing teams of technicians, such as welders and electricians, in a fast-paced environment.