Technical Superintendent

HSB Technical Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is looking for a Technical Superintendent in London. This role involves overseeing technical management of vessels and leading an engineering team. Key responsibilities include managing maintenance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing engineering oversight for marine projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background and experience in high-speed propulsion systems.

Qualifications

• Hands-on engineering background in marine projects.
• Proven experience managing safe systems of work.
• Ability to provide engineering oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of engineers for maintenance.
• Monitor vessel condition for compliance with regulations.
• Manage health and safety within the team.

Skills

Technical vessel management experience

Strong understanding of classification regulations

Experience with high-speed propulsion systems

Leading engineering teams

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Technical Superintendent

Job ID: 1316/23
Location: London
Salary: Up to £75,000
Department: Engineering

About the Company

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Marine Engineering, and Renewable Energy sectors.

We are working on behalf of our client who is looking for a Technical Superintendent to join their team in London.

Job Summary

The Technical Superintendent will work closely with the Engineering Team to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective technical management of vessels.

This role plays a key part in maintaining vessel readiness, managing engineering personnel, and ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory, classification, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of Engineers and sub-contractors to deliver planned and unplanned maintenance to meet operational demands.


Prioritise and manage defect reports, ensuring root causes are investigated and resolved with long-term solutions.


Monitor vessel condition and ensure compliance with statutory and classification requirements.


Manage health and safety within the team, promoting safe working practices in line with company policies.


Provide technical input into new build specifications and construction oversight.


Support the planning and execution of dry dockings and major overhauls to ensure delivery on time, to quality and within budget.


Liaise with internal and external suppliers to coordinate repairs and technical solutions.


Manage hull and machinery insurance claims from incident through to invoicing.


Continuously review and improve vessel maintenance schedules to optimise performance and reduce costs.


Support the Head of Engineering and senior management with additional duties as required.



Qualifications & Experience

Hands-on engineering background with technical vessel management experience.


Strong understanding of classification and statutory regulations.


Experience with high-speed propulsion systems.


Proven experience managing safe systems of work.


Experience leading engineering teams and delivering technical projects.


Demonstrated ability to provide engineering oversight and professional support for major marine projects.



Behavioural Competencies

Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.


Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.


Innovative thinker with a proactive approach.


Ability to influence and negotiate effectively.


Committed to continuous improvement and high standards.



Location & Travel

This position is based in London but will require occasional travel to other sites for dry docking