Hi Speed Technical Supervisor

Red Funnel

Southampton

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Paid annual leave

4-on, 4-off shift pattern

Home every day

Travel benefits for ferries

Job summary

Red Funnel is seeking a Permanent Hi-Speed Technical Supervisor to lead onboard engineering and shoreside technical management for our Hi-Speed fleet in the Southampton area. This hands-on leadership role combines engineering expertise with strategic oversight of maintenance and projects.

You will ensure safety, reliability and regulatory compliance, drive improvements and manage refits, with a focus on developing the Hi-Speed technical teams and collaborating with operations and external

Qualifications

Minimum Class 4 Engineer Officer CoC or equivalent.
Experience with MTU engines, diagnostics and maintenance.
Proven marine engineering supervisory/leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of planned maintenance systems, defect management and marine compliance.
Experience with Class, Flag, ISM and ISO frameworks.
Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities.
Experience of refit planning and project delivery would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the Hi-Speed engineering team, driving high standards of safety, performance and compliance.
Take ownership of planned maintenance activities and defect management processes.
Ensure vessels remain audit-ready and compliant with statutory, Class and ISM requirements.
Manage and support vessel refits, engineering projects and maintenance programmes.
Monitor fleet engineering performance, identifying risks, trends and opportunities for improvement.
Support budget management, procurement activities and critical spares planning.
Develop team capability through coaching, performance management and CPD.
Build strong relationships with operational teams, contractors, suppliers and regulatory bodies.
Contribute to fleet standardisation, continuous improvement initiatives and long-term asset planning.

Skills

MTU engine experience

Engineering supervision

CoC Level 4

Planned maintenance systems

Defect management

Regulatory compliance

Project delivery

Stakeholder management

Education

Class 4 Engineer Officer CoC

Job description

Permanent Hi-Speed Technical Supervisor

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Hi-Speed Technical Supervisor to lead the safe, compliant and efficient technical operation of our Hi-Speed fleet.

This is a hands-on leadership role that combines onboard engineering expertise with shoreside technical management. You will be responsible for vessel engineering performance, maintenance delivery, defect management, project work and the development of our Hi-Speed technical teams. Working closely with operational and technical stakeholders, you will play a key role in ensuring our vessels remain reliable, compliant and fit for the future.

Location:Southampton Terminal 1 / Vessel / East Cowes as required

Contract:Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours:42 hours per week, worked flexibly to support operational requirements

What You\'ll Be Doing

As Hi-Speed Technical Supervisor, you will:

Lead and support the Hi-Speed engineering team, driving high standards of safety, performance and compliance.
Take ownership of planned maintenance activities and defect management processes.
Ensure vessels remain audit-ready and compliant with statutory, Class and ISM requirements.
Manage and support vessel refits, engineering projects and maintenance programmes.
Monitor fleet engineering performance, identifying risks, trends and opportunities for improvement.
Support budget management, procurement activities and critical spares planning.
Develop team capability through coaching, performance management and continuous professional development.
Build strong relationships with operational teams, contractors, suppliers and regulatory bodies.
Contribute to fleet standardisation, continuous improvement initiatives and long-term asset planning.

About You

We\'re looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with excellent leadership skills.

You will ideally have:

A minimum Class 4 Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency (CoC) or equivalent practical experience within High-Speed Craft operations.
Significant experience working with MTU engines, including diagnostics, maintenance and performance optimisation.
Proven experience in a marine engineering supervisory or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of planned maintenance systems, defect management and marine compliance requirements.
Experience working within Class, Flag, ISM and ISO frameworks.
Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities.
Experience of refit planning, contractor management and project delivery would be advantageous.

What We\'re Looking For

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Leadership and people development skills
Technical excellence and attention to detail
Commercial awareness
Effective decision-making
Resilience and adaptability
A commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role within a dynamic maritime operation, where you\'ll have a direct impact on vessel performance, reliability and customer service. You\'ll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to fleet-wide improvements and play a key role in shaping the future of our Hi-Speed operations.

What We Offer

Competitive Reward Package

Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Paid annual leave

Work-Life Balance

4-on, 4-off shift pattern
Home every day

Travel Benefits

Free foot passenger travel and subsidised vehicle travel on our ferries
75% discount on rail travel
50% discount on Southern Vectis bus services
Discounts with industry partners, including cruise operators, insurance providers and hotels

Additional Benefits