Naval Architect (Hull Superintendent)

Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co. (H.K.) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Tai Chong Cheang Steamship Co. (H.K.) Limited is seeking a Senior Naval Architect/Hull Superintendent to assess vessel condition, supervise dry-docking, and lead maintenance programs.

The role includes port inspections, strengthening recommendations, and training of officers and crews in maintenance procedures aligned with coating best practices. Candidates should have 5+ years in newbuilding or hull supervision, ship stability expertise, and proficiency in AutoCAD/FEM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in newbuilding, dry-docking, or hull superintendent roles.
• Experience with UTM reports evaluation, hull assessments and structural analysis.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, FEM and ship structural design and analysis software.
• Willingness to travel to shipyards and vessels worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate vessel’s condition and identify maintenance needs.
• Attend vessels in port for structural inspection and provide improvement recommendations.
• Train officers and crews on maintenance procedures per TCC coating guidelines.
• Review stability, hull structure, and load line calculations for design validation.
• Coordinate with Class for survey requirements and emergency procedures.
• Oversee project plans and approvals for hull construction and outfitting.

Skills

Naval Architecture knowledge

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

AutoCAD

FEM

Structural analysis

NDT principles

Ship plans interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

FEM

Ship design software

Job description

Evaluate vessel’s condition to identify the areas of vessels that require routine and priority maintenance.

Riding with vessels to evaluate the vessel’s structural & outfitting condition.

Attend vessels in port for structural inspection and make recommendation for the improvement of vessel’s condition.

Conduct training for key Officers and crews to familiarize with ship maintenance procedures according to TCC coating best practice and Paint Maker recommendation.

Analyse and evaluate the UTM report to assess the structural condition of vessels and make recommendations to meet LCM targets.

Conduct briefing and debriefing of to officers and crew with emphasis on LCM status and practices.

Actively assist in managing emergency response in the event of vessel casualty.

Coordinate and collaborate with Class for survey requirements and procedure in the event of emergency situations.

Participate in project management and carry out Plan approval for vessel drawings, including the examination of sectional and waterline curves to establish CG, hull form, buoyancy, stability and model tests for operational profile optimization..

Review structural analysis of vessel’s primary structure & machinery foundations, Accommodation layout, interior design, Deck Layout, Mooring managements and Hull outfitting.

Attend and review stability analysis and inclining experiment of vessels.

Review and approve Technical Specifications of new buildings. Ensure compliance with Statutory and regulatory requirements and regulations.

Review and examine speed, resistance and motion predictions using naval architecture tools.

Evaluate calculations supporting designed and assigned load lines, freeboard, and general arrangements, establishing vessel weight, speed, propulsion, draft, and displacement specifications.

Develop, examine events & timeline Plans & Activities to meet project requirements.

Management and delegation of the site team, including hull construction supervisors, engineers, paint workers, electricians, and welders.

Attend at sea trials to verify vessel performance against contract guarantee items.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.

Minimum 5 years of experience in newbuilding, dry-docking, or hull superintendent roles.

Experience in a shipowning company with direct experience in technical management, pre-purchase inspection, newbuilding supervision and ship repair preferred.

Knowledge of ship stability principles, shear force, bending moments and structural stress and strain.

Understanding of vessel speed, power requirements and performance optimization.

Experience with UTM reports evaluation, hull assessments and technical structural analysis.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, FEM and ship structural design and analysis software.

Experience in dry-docking and repair procedures for hull, piping and outfitting.

Knowledge of hull and tank coating principles and procedures.

Understanding of NDT principles, functions and procedures for coating systems, piping, outfitting and machinery systems.

Ability to interpret and analyze ship plans and engineering drawings.

Knowledge of regulations including IACS, Class rules, SOLAS, Load Line, Port State regulations, MARPOL and OCIMF.

Working experience with Statutory and third-party surveyors.

Skills in project management, problem-solving, communication and teamwork.

Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Proficiency in Windows software platforms.

Willingness to travel to shipyards, dockyards and vessels worldwide as required.

Availability for emergency call-outs as required.

About the Company

TCC is a private Hong Kong-based multi-national ship owner that owns and manages a fleet of tankers and large bulk carriers. While TCC has been established for over 100 years, we have never strayed from the core values and principles that reflect uncompromising standards of quality management and treating all our colleagues with care, honour and respect.

TCC Group aims to preserve its century old heritage in ship-owning and in-house ship-management as its core business serving international seaborne trade.

And to continue to excel in the second century of its history providing safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally responsible carriage of bulk cargoes around the world and related logistics services.

Our vision and strategic positioning is to be Top-Of-Mind amongst our stakeholders. With our chosen customers, we focus on long term win-win relationships built on the foundation of TCC's core values of Accountability, Credibility, Reliability, and Trust.

Strong TCC Values, Vision and Mission.

Good corporate governance.

Professional management and people development.

Operational excellence.

World class asset quality, and

Our ship management culture that drives operational excellence and asset quality is rooted in:

Strong commitment to ship owning and in-house ship management.

People-first (not profit-first) business and management philosophy.

Principle-based (not person-based) management standards.

Transparency on the foundation of safety of life, environment, ship and cargo.

Best achievable operational standards

Enterprise risk management, and

Zero tolerance for occupational and environmental safety breaches