Superintendent / Drydock Manager – Offshore Support Vessels

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in offshore support services is seeking a Drydock Superintendent to oversee multiple drydock projects. This role requires a solid technical background and strong leadership skills to ensure projects are executed safely and efficiently. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in ship management and drydock operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as Technical Superintendent or similar role.
• Proven track record managing drydock projects for offshore support vessels.
• Strong technical knowledge of vessel systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all stages of drydock projects from preparation to completion.
• Act as the technical representative for clients during drydock execution.
• Ensure timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

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GLO MARINE

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colchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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About GLO Marine - https://glo-marine.com/

GLO Marine specializes in EPC services for vessel retrofits, conversions, offshore mobilizations, and complex vessel interventions. With strong market demand in offshore oil & gas, ship repair, and fuel efficiency retrofits, we seek a Drydock Superintendent with experience in ship management and drydock operations to strengthen our project delivery team.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced Superintendent / Drydock Manager to join GLO Marine and take responsibility for managing multiple drydock projects on behalf of our clients operating offshore support vessels.

This is a client-facing, hands-on role, ideal for someone with a solid superintendency background and a strong understanding of the specific operational and technical demands within the offshore support vessel sector.

As a key member of our delivery team, you will represent GLO Marine in planning, coordinating, and supervising drydock projects for OSVs. You will serve as the technical link between our clients and shipyards, ensuring that work is executed safely, efficiently, and in line with quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all stages of drydock projects, from preparation to completion.
• Act as technical representative for our clients during drydock execution.
• Coordinate with shipyards, subcontractors, and classification societies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ensure timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Prepare progress reports and provide regular updates to both GLO Marine and the client.
• Identify and resolve any technical issues that may arise during the project.
• Pre-docking inspections and Supervision during dry-docking.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5+ years of experience as Technical Superintendent, Vessel Manager, or in a similar role.
• Proven track record managing drydock projects, specifically for offshore support vessels.
• Strong technical knowledge of vessel systems, maintenance, and repair procedures.
• Comfortable working in shipyard environments and with cross-functional teams.
• Solid understanding of surveyor processes and requirements, including interaction with classification societies and regulatory bodies.
• Familiarity with project planning and management principles, including scheduling, resource allocation, and risk identification.
• Experience with building dry-docking specifications.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to represent client interests.
• Able to work independently and travel on short notice.
• Professional, reliable, and committed to high standards of delivery.