Deputy Vessel Superintendent (DVS)

Bennetboss; Nederland; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennetboss seeks a Deputy Vessel Superintendent to support the technical management of a heavy lift vessel. You’ll work with the Vessel Superintendent to ensure safety, compliance and readiness, contributing to maintenance strategies and capital projects.

This role bridges offshore operations with onshore teams, offering broad exposure to technical, operational and financial aspects of vessel management. Ideal candidates bring engineering discipline, strong communication and proven ability to

Qualifications

• Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or another relevant Engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of IMO, Class, Flag State and ISM regulations.
• Experience with vessel operations and maintenance management.
• Ability to coordinate technical and operational activities across multiple stakeholders and offshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Support vessel technical management and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Monitor vessel performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Assist with dry dockings, technical upgrades and capital projects
• Manage spare parts, consumables and vessel inventories
• Collaborate with operational and technical stakeholders to support vessel readiness

Skills

Marine engineering knowledge

Maintenance management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Project coordination

Sea-going background

Education

Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or relevant Engineering discipline

Job description

Deputy Vessel Superintendent (DVS)

Do you want to play a key role in keeping a highly specialised offshore vessel safe, compliant and ready for operation? Are you looking for a position where you can combine technical expertise, maintenance planning and stakeholder coordination?
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We are looking for a Deputy Vessel Superintendent to support the technical management of a heavy lift vessel.
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In this position, you will work closely with the Vessel Superintendent and help ensure the vessel operates safely, efficiently and in compliance with applicable regulations. You will contribute to maintenance strategies, support vessel improvement projects and work with both offshore and onshore teams to achieve operational goals. This role offers broad exposure to technical, operational and financial aspects of vessel management.
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Tasks & responsibilities:

• Support vessel technical management and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Monitor vessel performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Assist with dry dockings, technical upgrades and capital projects
• Manage spare parts, consumables and vessel inventories
• Collaborate with operational and technical stakeholders to support vessel readiness

Requirements Deputy Vessel Superintendent (DVS)

• Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or another relevant Engineering discipline
• Knowledge of IMO, Class, Flag State and ISM regulations
• Experience with vessel operations and maintenance management
• Understanding of offshore construction, marine operations or renewable energy projectsStrong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Professional proficiency in English
• Ability to coordinate technical and operational activities across multiple stakeholders

Nice to have:

• Experience in a similar Vessel Superintendent or Deputy Vessel Superintendent position
• Background with Heavy Lift, Construction, Pipelay, IRM, Cable Lay or DSV vessels
• Sea-going experience as Chief Engineer or a comparable technical rank
• Experience managing dry docking or vessel upgrade projects