Fleet Manager

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime organization is seeking an experienced Technical Manager to oversee vessel operations in Singapore. The ideal candidate will manage daily operations, ensure equipment integrity, and comply with maritime regulations. Must have a degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including two years as a Chief Engineer. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential. This role offers a chance to lead technical teams effectively while ensuring the highest operational standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marine / Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in ship management office as Technical Manager.
• Previous sea-going experience as a Chief Engineer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned vessels and monitor operational parameters.
• Ensure proper maintenance of vessels' machinery and equipment.
• Conduct damage analysis and provide technical support to crew.

Skills

Marine Engineering

Technical Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Integrity

Education

Degree in Marine / Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Manage assigned vessels by closely monitoring the daily operational parameters of all equipment and machineries. The condition of the hull structures, tanks, compartments and out-fittings must all be periodically inspected and with proper maintenance.

2. Pay particular attention to the running condition of all critical machinery and equipment, including those associated with cargo operations.

3. Ensure critical spare parts are adequately stocked. Instances of vessels’ delay attributable to its inability to sail / perform cargo operations as a result of careless oversight in the proper planning of spare parts supply is clearly unacceptable.

4. All vessels must have a Planned Maintenance System (PMS). Make sure the PMS is implemented effectively onboard all vessels and that it is being followed and used by the crew. Ensure that the vessels’ crew performs all the scheduled tasks in the PMS and proper task completion entries are recorded and punctually reported to the office on a monthly basis.

5. Carry out proper damage / failure analysis of each reported case from the vessel. Provide technical advice and support to them in situations where the crew report that they are not able to carry out particular repairs by themselves OR in other situations where it is clear that the crew are unable to perform certain specific and critical maintenance / repair tasks despite their not reporting to office to seek for assistance.

6. Monitor changes / updates and review flag state and other maritime regulatory bodies’ codes, guidelines and regulations and ensure that all vessels comply with all applicable requirements. As appropriate, plan and prepare vessels for new regulatory requirements that will be enforced.

7. Conduct review of all monthly technical maintenance and operational performance reports of machineries and equipment submitted by the vessels. Follow up and provide remedial instructions / guidance to the vessel on items with defects /deficiencies.

8. Review and analyze each vessel’s report on fuel oil and lub oil consumption. Immediately seek clarification from the vessel concerned, if it is ascertained from the analysis that the reported consumption is incorrect and grossly exceed the normal fuel consumption rate. It is unacceptable to overlook / ignore such cases of gross overconsumption. Take concrete steps to avoid crew pilfering of fuel oil or cargo and continual close monitoring for lapses.

9. Maintain a current register of all vessels’ statutory, classification, safety equipment, port state/harbor master, oil major approval, etc certificates. Ensure timely and proper update of this register and that all certificates status are kept valid and should not at all lapse beyond their due date. Where applicable, arrange for surveyor/inspector/technician attendance in a timely manner to carry out surveys/inspection/ servicing for revalidating certificates that are about to expire.

10. Manage vessels’ operating expenses prudently. Keep track of actual and committed expenses on a monthly basis and control spending by keeping it within the approved vessel operating expense budget. Inform the Head, Group Logistics/Shipping immediately to seek approval prior to confirmation with supplier/vendor of any expense above that of the approved monthly budget allocation.

Job Requirements:

1. Degree in Marine / Mechanical Engineering. Marine Engineer Class 1 License of Competency

2. A qualified Marine Engineer or related discipline, preferably with above 5 years’ experience in the ship owning or ship management office as a Technical Manager and above. Preferably to have previous sea-going experience, minimum 2 years as a Chief Engineer.

3. Ability to lead effectively, guide & train and manage the technical teams under his charge

4. Good interpersonal skills & ability to interact with people at all levels and inter-division within the Group

5. Good communication skills to interact with people

6. Possess high integrity, both people and result-oriented, highly motivated and detailed/thorough at work

Good to have knowledge & skills:

1. Vessels’ HSSE

2. The incumbent will need to work closely with our crew members / associate from Indonesia, good to have someone who is able to understand and speak basic Hokkien (Dialect)/ Bahasa Indonesia/Malaysia.

Must have Knowledge & Skills:

1. Knowledge of vessels’ machineries & equipment

2. Knowledge of maintenance, docking & repair methodologies

3. Knowledge of vessels’ operational demands

4. Knowledge of vessels’ trading activities

5. Knowledge of vessels’ accounting & cost control

6. Knowledge of statutory & classification compliance

7. Essential Management & Leadership Skills