Global Tugboat Newbuilding Lead

Svitzer; København; Hybrid; DKK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Svitzer is seeking a Newbuilding Site Superintendent to join its Projects & Engineering Support team in Copenhagen, with primary duties at international shipyards delivering the next generation of tugboats to global operations. This role offers hands-on exposure across construction, inspections, testing, commissioning and handover.

You will work alongside experienced Site Managers, travel internationally for assignments lasting months to years, and help ensure on-time, quality delivery while

Qualifications

• Fluent English is a must.
• Holds a relevant technical qualification within marine engineering, shipbuilding or naval architecture.
• Has some experience within shipbuilding, vessel construction or newbuilding projects.
• Experience from a shipyard, classification society, vessel owner or similar maritime environment.
• Experience with tugboat or specialized vessel construction/operation is advantageous.
• Knowledge of marine electrical systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Site Manager in day-to-day supervision and coordination of newbuilding activities at the shipyard.
• Monitor construction progress and help ensure vessels are delivered safely, on time and to specifications.
• Assist with inspections, testing, commissioning and factory acceptance tests.
• Coordinate with shipyards, suppliers, classification societies and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to project reporting, documentation and technical follow-up.
• Assist in reviewing drawings and technical documentation.
• Support vessel delivery activities with Site Manager and regional colleagues.
• Maintain project records and assist with handover manuals and operation documentation.
• Participate in inspections of shipyards, suppliers and subcontractors when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of newbuilding specifications, processes and reporting.

Skills

English fluency

Ownership mindset

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Marine engineering degree

Tools

Marine electrical systems knowledge

Job description

Svitzer is seeking a Newbuilding Site Superintendent to join its Projects & Engineering Support team in Copenhagen, with primary duties at international shipyards delivering the next generation of tugboats to global operations. This role offers hands-on exposure across construction, inspections, testing, commissioning and handover.

You will work alongside experienced Site Managers, travel internationally for assignments lasting months to years, and help ensure on-time, quality delivery while