Foreman – Marine Engine Overhaul (4-Stroke Harbour Craft Engines)

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. seeks an experienced Foreman to oversee overhaul and workshop activities for 4-stroke marine engines used on harbor craft and workboats.

You will lead fitters and welders, plan work, monitor progress, ensure quality and safety, and coordinate with service engineers to support vessel service requirements. Ideal candidates hold a mechanical/marine engineering qualification with 5+ years' diesel engine experience and proven team leadership.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent qualification in Mechanical/Marine Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in diesel engine overhaul or workshop supervision.
• Experience supervising fitters, welders or workshop technicians.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily workshop activities for overhaul, repair, and maintenance of 4-stroke marine diesel engines.
• Lead and coordinate a team of fitters, welders, and technicians to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Plan and assign work based on engine overhaul schedules and workshop priorities.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with technical specs and quality requirements.
• Coordinate engine dismantling, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, assembly, and testing.
• Collaborate with Service Engineers and Workshop Managers to resolve technical issues.
• Monitor workshop productivity, manpower utilization, and job progress.
• Ensure tools and facilities are maintained in good working condition.
• Enforce health, safety, and housekeeping standards in the workshop.
• Prepare progress updates and report issues to management.

Skills

Team leadership

Workshop supervision

Diesel engines

4-stroke engines

Fault diagnosis

Read technical manuals

Planning & coordination

Safety awareness

Education

Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical/Marine Engineering

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Foreman to oversee engine overhaul and workshop activities for 4-stroke marine engines used on harbor craft and workboats. The successful candidate will lead a team of fitters and welders, ensuring overhaul, repair, and maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

Candidates with experience in marine engines, diesel engines, heavy vehicles, trucks, buses, or industrial engines are encouraged to apply, as the skills are highly transferable.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily workshop activities involving the overhaul, repair, and maintenance of 4-stroke marine diesel engines for harbor craft.

• Lead and coordinate a team of fitters, welders, and technicians to ensure work is completed according to project schedules and quality standards.

• Plan and assign work based on engine overhaul schedules and workshop priorities.

• Inspect completed work and ensure repairs meet technical specifications and company quality requirements.

• Coordinate engine dismantling, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, assembly, and testing activities.

• Work closely with Service Engineers and Workshop Managers to resolve technical issues and support vessel service requirements.

• Monitor workshop productivity, manpower utilization, and job progress.

• Ensure tools, equipment, and workshop facilities are maintained in good working condition.

• Enforce workplace health, safety, and housekeeping standards within the workshop.

• Prepare job progress updates and report any technical or operational issues to management.

Requirements

• Diploma, NITEC, Higher NITEC, Technical Certificate, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in diesel engine overhaul, workshop supervision, or maintenance of marine or heavy-duty engines.

• Experience supervising fitters, welders, or workshop technicians is required.

• Hands-on experience with 4-stroke diesel engines used in harbor craft, workboats, generators, trucks, buses, or heavy equipment is preferred.

• Good understanding of engine overhaul procedures, fault diagnosis, and mechanical repair.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, and service documentation.

• Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills.

• Safety-conscious with good problem-solving and organizational abilities.

• Willing to work in the West of Singapore and support workshop and site-based activities when required.