Technical Manager - Containers

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Job summary

A leading maritime organization seeks a Technical Manager - Containers to enhance vessel management effectiveness. The successful candidate will ensure technical reliability and operational efficiencies through leadership and proactive budget management, while also engaging with onboard staff and contributing to operational improvements and decarbonisation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage budgets and ensure cost-efficiency.
• Minimum of three years overseeing vessel operations.
• Strong understanding of safety assurance and dry dock coordination.

Responsibilities

• Ensure technical reliability and operational efficiency of a fleet.
• Oversee scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Manage financial budgets for maintenance and dry-docking.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Education

Class 1 certification

Degree in Marine Engineering

Degree in Nautical Science

Job description

Job Description

The role

Position: Technical Manager - Containers

Contract type: Full Time

Reporting to: General Fleet Manager - Technical

Location: London

Overview of role

Are you a seasoned professional ready to lead in a globally recognised maritime organisation? Zodiac Maritime Limited, a leader in ship operation and management, invites you to shape the future of vessel management as a Vessel Manager. With a rich history of excellence, Zodiac Maritime Limited is committed to innovation, sustainability, and high performance.

In this pivotal role, you will ensure the technical reliability and operational efficiency of a diverse fleet, collaborating with talented professionals and driving success in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities and primary deliverables

Technical

• Prioritisation of safety, reliability, asset condition and cost competitiveness.
• Monitoring vessel performance, trouble shooting faults, identifying root cause & implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Oversight of both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, repairs, and modifications to hull and machinery.
• Planning and coordination of vessel inspections and dry-docking activities.
• Assurance that all vessel certifications and surveys comply with class, flag, and international standards.
• The conduct of technical inspections and vetting assessments, travelling globally to visit vessels when required.
• In support of the above, preparation and deliver detailed daily, weekly and monthly reports to management (on a routine basis). On and ‘ad hoc’ basis, escalation of key situations or data to management as required

Leadership and Communication

• Effective sea-to-shore leadership and communication, actively engaging with officers and crew (including the development of individuals).
• Management and oversight of onboard staff, advising, coaching and mentoring to build capability and competence.

Continuous improvement and efficiencies

• The proactive management of financial budgets (OPEX, CAPEX) for maintenance, repairs, stores and dry-docking.
• Proposal of innovative solutions, cost saving measures, and operational improvements.
• Evaluation and assurance of service quality from shipyards, workshops, and suppliers, meeting regulatory and customer standards.
• Provision of operational insights to enhance the safety and efficiency of future vessel designs.
• Active contribution to decarbonisation initiatives.

Skills profile

• Strong interpersonal, decision-making and problem-solving (methodical, structured) abilities with a focus on building and leading effective teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, negotiate effectively, and ensure cost-efficiency in technical operations.
• A driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment while meeting deadlines and handling ambiguity.

Relevant experience & education

Experience

• Sailed to C/E with Container (or Bulk Carriers) experience (across a variety of ship sizes / engine types)
• Subsequently, seasoned shore-based manager with a minimum of three years of experience overseeing vessel operations: strong safety assurance, extensive dry dock coordination; demonstrated delivery of efficiencies.
• Exposure to understanding of new technologies.

Education

• Class 1 certification
• Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, or equivalent qualifications.