Superintendent Senior – Workboat Fleet

Jifmar Group; Dubai; Sur place; AED 180 000 - 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Jifmar Group based in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Senior Superintendent to lead technical management, maintenance coordination, and procurement for a fleet of workboats. You will ensure vessel availability, safety and regulatory compliance while driving cost-efficient sourcing.

The role blends hands-on supervision with budgeting, vendor negotiations, and KPI reporting across UAE, GCC, and international projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent maritime discipline.
• Minimum 5–8 years of vessel technical management experience.
• Experience with workboats, tugs, or offshore support vessels.
• Knowledge of classification and flag requirements.
• Familiarity with procurement and cost control.
• Excellent English communication and negotiation skills.

Responsabilités

• Oversee daily technical operations of assigned vessels to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant performance.
• Plan preventive maintenance with crews and shore teams.
• Coordinate dry-dockings, repairs, and modifications with budgets.
• Liaise with classification societies and authorities for regulatory compliance.
• Source and purchase technical spares, lubricants, and services; negotiate terms.
• Monitor inventories and optimize supply chain across UAE, GCC, and beyond.
• Prepare maintenance and purchasing budgets; report variances.
• Promote safety culture and support incident investigations.

Connaissances

Maintenance planning

Procurement

Budget control

Vendor management

Safety compliance

English communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering

Outils

MARAD system

Description du poste

Jifmar is a worldwide maritime operator. As a core business we charter workboats for our clients. But Jifmar is much more than just a charterer, we provide our clients a real support to the creation of their maritime project. Since its creation in 2005, Jifmar has been able to differentiate itself by offering its customers a tailor-made service and pushing back the boundaries of what is available in the maritime industry based on innovation. For Jifmar, innovation is a driver.Why join us?A strategic position within a fast-growing companyAn international dimension with large-scale projectsThe opportunity to work on varied and stimulating assignmentsA caring and collaborative working environment.The Superintendent is responsible for the technical management, maintenance coordination, and procurement activities of a fleet of workboats. The role ensures vessel availability, compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and cost-effective purchasing of spares, consumables, and services.This dual role combines technical supervision with procurement efficiency, ensuring smooth operations and optimized costs across the fleet.Key Responsibilities :Technical ManagementOversee the daily technical operations of assigned vessels, ensuring safe, reliable, and compliant performance.Plan and coordinate routine and preventive maintenance schedules with vessel crews and shore teams.Conduct vessel inspections and prepare reports on condition, performance, and maintenance needs.Supervise dry-dockings, repairs, and modifications; prepare technical specifications and budgets.Liaise with classification societies, flag authorities, and port state inspectors to ensure full compliance with applicable regulations.Procurement & Supply ChainSource, evaluate, and purchase technical spares, lubricants, stores, and services for the fleet.Negotiate contracts, price agreements, and delivery terms with suppliers and service providers.Develop and maintain supplier databases, ensuring quality and cost efficiency.Monitor inventory levels, control logistics, and optimize supply chain operations for vessels in various locations (UAE, GCC, or international).Review and approve purchase orders, ensuring adherence to company budgets and procedures.Financial & ReportingPrepare maintenance and purchasing budgets for assigned vessels.Monitor expenditure and report variances against budgets.Contribute to fleet performance KPIs, cost control measures, and operational improvement initiatives.HSE & ComplianceEnsure all operations comply with company QHSE policies and maritime regulations.Promote a strong safety culture onboard and within the technical department.Support incident investigations and implement corrective actions when requiredMore informations :Location: Dubai or Abu DhabiSalary: Based on experienceQualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent maritime discipline.Minimum 5–8 years of experience in vessel technical management, preferably with workboats, tugs, or offshore support vessels.Experience within an international dredging group, particularly in the Middle East region, is a plus.Strong knowledge of classification and flag requirements.Proven experience in procurement, vendor management, and cost control.Familiarity with computerized maintenance and purchasing systems (MARAD would be a plus).Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.UAE or GCC experience preferred..Personal AttributesHands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented.Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.Detail-oriented with a focus on operational efficiency and safety.