VLCC Technical Superintendent: Ops & Dry Dock Lead

Meridian Compass fzco; Dubai; On-site; AED 441,000 - 661,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Compass fzco is seeking a Chief Engineer for VLCC operations in the United Arab Emirates. You will manage day-to-day technical operations across machinery, hull, cargo and ballast systems, while controlling OPEX and leading dry docks and major surveys.

Strong knowledge of PMS/ERP systems and budget reporting is essential. The role requires STCW III/2 unlimited and sizable tanker experience, plus willingness to travel to vessels, yards and ports worldwide.

Qualifications

• Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency (STCW III/2, unlimited).
• Minimum 2 years' sea service as Chief Engineer on crude tankers.
• Minimum 3 years ashore as Technical Superintendent with a tanker manager.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day technical operaion of the VLCC, including machinery, hull, cargo and ballast systems
• Prepare, monitor and report the annual vessel OPEX budget and monthly variance against it
• Plan and lead dry docks and special surveys: specification, yard tendering, supervision on site and close-out
• Oversee the Planned Maintenance System (PMS), critical equipment and spares inventory
• Coordinate Class, Flag and statutory surveys; close out conditions of class and memoranda promptly
• Prepare the vessel for SIRE 2.0 inspections, Port State Control and terminal inspections, and close out observations
• Support TMSA 3 compliance and oil major vetting approvals
• Investigate machinery breakdowns and incidents, carry out root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Approve technical requisitions, review quotations and work closely with the Purchaser on spares and services
• Monitor fuel and lube oil consumption, bunker quality and machinery performance
• Manage environmental compliance: MARPOL, BWM Convention, EEXI, CII and EU MRV / IMO DCS reporting
• Attend the vessel periodically for inspections, audits, crew guidance and repairs
• Build relationships with makers, service engineers, repair yards and Class surveyors
• Help develop the company's technical procedures within the Safety Management System

Skills

Budgeting & OPEX control

PMS / ERP systems

Dry dock leadership

English communication

Willing to travel worldwide

Education

Engineering degree (Marine or Mechanical)

Tools

ShipNet

Danaos

AMOS

BASS

Job description

Meridian Compass fzco is seeking a Chief Engineer for VLCC operations in the United Arab Emirates. You will manage day-to-day technical operations across machinery, hull, cargo and ballast systems, while controlling OPEX and leading dry docks and major surveys.

Strong knowledge of PMS/ERP systems and budget reporting is essential. The role requires STCW III/2 unlimited and sizable tanker experience, plus willingness to travel to vessels, yards and ports worldwide.