Foreman (Marine Engines)

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. is seeking a hands-on engineer to lead technicians in the overhaul, repair and testing of four-stroke diesel engines.

The role covers disassembly, inspection, reassembly and major component overhauls for engines used in buses, trucks and marine vessels. You will diagnose faults, interpret technical manuals and ensure quality, safety and compliance while coordinating with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and supervision capability in a workshop setting.
• Ability to diagnose engine faults and perform major mechanical repairs.
• Familiarity with diesel engine components, clearances and overhaul procedures.
• Experience leading technicians in a workshop or on board repairs.
• Physically fit for hands-on mechanical work and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise technicians during engine overhaul, repair and maintenance activities.
• Perform complete dismantling, inspection, measurement, repair and reassembly of four-stroke diesel engines.
• Overhaul major engine components, including cylinder heads, pistons, liners, connecting rods, crankshafts, bearings, fuel pumps and turbochargers.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and determine the appropriate repair or replacement work required.
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, specifications and overhaul procedures.
• Inspect engine components for wear, damage and compliance with allowable tolerances.
• Allocate daily work, provide technical guidance and monitor the performance of technicians.
• Ensure all work is completed according to quality, safety and operational requirements.
• Conduct engine testing, commissioning and troubleshooting following overhaul or repair.
• Maintain accurate service reports, inspection findings, measurements and parts records.
• Coordinate with customers, vessel representatives and internal teams regarding work progress.
• Ensure tools, equipment and replacement parts are properly used and maintained.
• Attend harbour craft and yachts for onboard repair, servicing and troubleshooting when required.
• Support emergency service assignments and work outside regular hours when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Precision measuring tools

Engine testing equipment

Education

NITEC / Higher NITEC / Diploma in Automotive / Mechanical / Marine Engineering

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Engine testing equipment

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise technicians during engine overhaul, repair and maintenance activities.
• Perform complete dismantling, inspection, measurement, repair and reassembly of four-stroke diesel engines.
• Overhaul major engine components, including cylinder heads, pistons, liners, connecting rods, crankshafts, bearings, fuel pumps and turbochargers.
• Diagnose mechanical faults and determine the appropriate repair or replacement work required.
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, specifications and overhaul procedures.
• Inspect engine components for wear, damage and compliance with allowable tolerances.
• Allocate daily work, provide technical guidance and monitor the performance of technicians.
• Ensure all work is completed according to quality, safety and operational requirements.
• Conduct engine testing, commissioning and troubleshooting following overhaul or repair.
• Maintain accurate service reports, inspection findings, measurements and parts records.
• Coordinate with customers, vessel representatives and internal teams regarding work progress.
• Ensure tools, equipment and replacement parts are properly used and maintained.
• Attend harbour craft and yachts for onboard repair, servicing and troubleshooting when required.
• Support emergency service assignments and work outside regular hours when necessary.

Requirements

• NITEC, Higher NITEC, Diploma or relevant technical qualification in Automotive, Mechanical, Marine Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong hands-on experience in the overhaul and repair of bus, truck, heavy-vehicle or industrial four-stroke diesel engines.
• Good understanding of diesel-engine components, clearances, measurements and overhaul procedures.
• Experience leading technicians or mechanics in a workshop environment.
• Able to diagnose engine faults and carry out major mechanical repairs independently.
• Familiarity with precision-measuring tools and engine-testing equipment.
• Marine-engine experience involving harbour craft, yachts or similar vessels would be advantageous.
• Strong leadership, troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Physically fit and comfortable performing hands-on mechanical work.
• Willing to work onboard vessels, overtime or irregular hours when operationally required.