Technical Superintendent

V.Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 257,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime leader based in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Technical Superintendent to manage the performance and technical aspects of vessels. The successful candidate will ensure regulatory compliance, lead maintenance efforts, and improve operational efficiency. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth in the maritime sector.

Benefits

Market-leading salary

Career growth opportunities

Personal development support

Qualifications

• Experience in technical management of ships or marine equipment.
• Strong communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Ability to engage with personnel at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical performance of the vessel.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Monitor and report vessel technical performance.

Skills

Work experience in similar positions

Good communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Planning and organisational skills

Basic financial understanding

Ability to develop creative solutions

Job description

Job Title

Technical Superintendent

Location

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Overall Purpose

• Operate and maintain the ship’s marine equipment safely, economically and efficiently in accordance with customer contract and approved budgets.
• Approve purchases in accordance with the Company Authority Matrix.
• Conduct the tasks listed in the Responsibility section.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical management and performance of the vessel (including well intervention equipment) and for the technical budget.
• On‑shore contact point for the vessel in day‑to‑day technical management and mobilisation activities.
• Ensure that the vessel operates in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, statutory and classification surveys.
• Implement preventive and corrective maintenance to prevent technical / operational non‑conformities.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the maintenance system and provide feedback to the Fleet Manager and ShipSure team.
• Monitor and follow up the vessel’s technical performance and defined KPIs, taking immediate actions to adjust and improve performance.
• Report vessel technical status on a weekly basis to the Fleet Manager.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise ship repair and dry‑docking of vessels in cooperation with stakeholders.
• Arrange repairs, provide spares and service engineers for major breakdowns and supervise repair work to ensure safe work, best quality and cost‑effective process.
• Lead and carry out Vessel Condition Assessments in cooperation with owners.
• Participate in appraisals of key personnel onboard the vessel.
• Comply with the requirements of the Vessel Management System and report non‑conformities.

Role

• Actively cooperate with other disciplines within the fleet to optimize overall vessel and fleet performance.
• Work both independently and cooperatively in a team.
• Focus on problem solving and demonstrate decision skills.
• Proactive and look for effective solutions for the company and clients.
• Demonstrate good and open communication.
• Have a strong focus on sharing information and involving the team.
• Show a high degree of flexibility in ad hoc situations.
• Contribute actively to improve routines and solutions.

What can I expect in return?

V. Group offers a market‑leading salary and benefits package, significant opportunities for career growth and personal development, and the chance to join a true leader in the maritime sector.

Qualifications

• Essential: Work experience in similar positions.
• Good communication (oral and written) and language skills.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and interact with people at all levels.
• Good planning and organisational skills.
• Basic financial understanding and some experience in administering budgets.
• An ability to develop creative and effective solutions to problems.

Desirable

• Desirable qualifications or additional experience (if any).