Docking Superintendent H/F

Bourbon SA; France; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bourbon Marine Services is actively seeking Docking Superintendent(s) to lead docking projects on site and contribute to Bourbon’s global operations. You will travel to different Group locations according to operational needs, with an annual work schedule of 192 days, coordinating shipyards, contractors and vessel crews to ensure safe, on‑time delivery within budget and quality standards.

Reporting to the International Mobile Team Head and collaborating with PMP Project Managers, you will

Qualifications

• Merchant Marine qualification with seagoing experience or engineering degree in maintenance or related technical discipline.
• At least three years’ experience as a Chief Engineer, Technical Superintendent or Maintenance Manager.
• Strong marine maintenance expertise, particularly in diesel engines, automation and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of maritime regulations and offshore industry requirements.
• Ability to coordinate teams and contractors, make sound technical decisions and maintain a strong focus on safety.
• Professional English and availability for international assignments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipyard, contractor and crew activities, ensuring safe execution and quality of work.
• Monitor progress, anticipate delays and address on-site technical issues.
• Track expenditure, review and negotiate quotations and invoices, and submit additional works for approval.
• Report progress, costs and issues requiring decisions to the PMP Project Manager.

Skills

Marine maintenance

Diesel engines

Automation & electrical systems

English language

Safety focus

Education

Merchant Marine qualification or engineering degree

Job description

Organisation

Bourbon Marine Services Greenmar (BMSG) is the manning affiliate of Bourbon group managing more than 1000 seafarers on more than 100 vessels . Our goal is to attract and retain our top performers with the capacity to contribute to their growth and that of our organisation. Our experienced recruitment team are experts in accompanying candidates in their enrollment process to bring the most exciting worldwide maritime opportunities to our seafarers. Our Bourbon career job boards have vacancies on Bourbon vessels in Oceans all around the world locations such as West Africa, Middle East and South America. Live the international experience with BMSG !!

Reference

2026-2267

Reference

2026-2267

Job type (offshore/onshore)

Onshore

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Roles and responsibilities

Lead docking projects on site and bring your technical expertise to Bourbon’s operations worldwide.

As part of a new organisation, Bourbon is recruiting Docking Superintendent(s) to join its International Mobile Team.

You will travel to different Group locations according to operational needs, with an annual work schedule of 192 days. Working with shipyards, contractors and vessel crews, you will oversee maintenance and docking works, ensuring safe execution and delivery to the required quality, schedule and budget.

Your role:

Reporting to the manager of the International Mobile Team (Head of SRC) and working closely with PMP Project Managers, you will:

• Coordinate shipyard, contractor and crew activities, ensuring safe execution and quality of work.
• Monitor progress, anticipate delays and address on-site technical issues.
• Track expenditure, review and negotiate quotations and invoices, and submit additional works for approval.
• Report progress, costs and issues requiring decisions to the PMP Project Manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experiences

• A Merchant Marine qualification with seagoing experience, or an engineering degree in maintenance or a related technical discipline.
• At least three years’ experience as a Chief Engineer, Technical Superintendent or Maintenance Manager.
• Strong marine maintenance expertise, particularly in diesel engines, automation and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of maritime regulations and offshore industry requirements.
• The ability to coordinate teams and contractors, make sound technical decisions and maintain a strong focus on safety.
• Professional English and availability for international assignments.

Help build a new international team and take responsibility for docking projects across different locations, vessels and shipyards. Combine hands‑on technical work with varied assignments and collaboration across the Group.

Job location

Worldwide

Languages

English (3 - Advanced +++)