Assistant - Technical

House of Shipping; Mumbai Suburban; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an Assistant - Technical to support the Technical department in managing day-to-day operations of assigned vessels in Mumbai. The candidate should have a bachelor's in Marine Engineering and experience in the marine industry, alongside a strong command of maritime regulations and technical ship operations.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in the marine industry, preferably in a technical capacity.
• Working knowledge of planned maintenance systems and marine repair cycles.
• Good sense of responsibility and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Support technical operations of assigned vessels.
• Monitor vessel performance and planned maintenance.
• Assist in planning repairs, dry-docking, and surveys.
• Provide operational support to shipboard teams.

Skills

Marine industry experience

Familiarity with maritime regulations

Technical ship operations knowledge

Good command of English

Budget cost control knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering

Job description

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“House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping's commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals.

Currently House of Shipping is looking to identify a high caliber on behalf of our client, a leading global container liner company, for the position of Assistant - Technical.

This position is an on-site position for Mumbai.

Background and experience:

• 4 years of experience in the marine industry, preferably as:
• Technical capacity in the marine field
• Familiarity with maritime regulations, technical ship operations, and purchasing processes.
• Working knowledge of planned maintenance systems (PMS), certification standards, and marine repair cycles.
• Good sense of responsibility and self-motivation
• Good command of the English language
• Knowledge about purchasing and budget cost control.

Job purpose:

The Assistant Technical supports the Technical department in managing the day-to-day technical operations of assigned vessels. This includes monitoring vessel performance, supporting planned maintenance, contributing to repair/drydocking planning, and ensuring compliance with the Company’s Safety Management System and maritime regulations. The role serves as a learning and support function, preparing the incumbent for more senior technical management roles.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Technical Support & Compliance

• Monitor the technical and operational performance of assigned vessels.
• Be adequately conversant with the Company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and actively participate in its implementation.
• Follow up on shipboard quality assurance system requirements as directed by the Manager - Technical and Marine.
• The Assistant Technical Superintendent is working directly under the Technical Fleet Manager's supervision. The Assistant Technical Superintendent is accountable to the Technical Fleet Manager and/or to an allocated Technical personnel.
• Contribute to the development and revision of technical procedures and manuals.

Repair and Maintenance Support

• Assist Technical Superintendents in planning repairs, dry-docking, and surveys.
• Track pending maintenance jobs and ensure timely communication with vessel crews.
• Support collection and analysis of maintenance data and downtime reports.

Insurance, Claims & Certification

• Assist in follow-up of insurance and claim-related matters in coordination with the relevant Technical Superintendent.
• Support documentation and recordkeeping for certification and statutory compliance.

Cost Control & Procurement

• Support purchasing activities by tracking requisitions, comparing vendor offers, and preparing cost estimates.
• Assist in maintaining budget logs and cost control reports for technical expenditures.

Shipboard Support & Safety

• Provide operational support to shipboard teams regarding technical issues, spare part follow-up, or regulatory updates.
• Promote onboard safety awareness, environmental compliance, and energy efficiency efforts

Education requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering or equivalent

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Maritime Transportation, Freight and Package Transportation, and Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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