Head / AVP (Engineering)

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and develop their Engineering team. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance and repair programs, manage new build and refurbishment projects, and drive engineering innovation. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and over 10 years of experience managing vessel fleets are required. The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing a fleet of vessels.
• Extensive experience working in or with shipyards and repair facilities.
• Strong multi-disciplinary and cross-functional exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Engineering team for high performance.
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and overhaul programs.
• Manage new build and refurbishment projects.
• Drive engineering innovation and technology adoption.
• Collaborate with other departments for enhanced fleet processes.
• Champion sustainability initiatives in engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering innovation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Engineering team, including Engineering managers and technicians to deliver high standards of performance and achieve organisational outcomes
• Provide strategic, budgetary and implementation oversight of all maintenance, repair and overhaul programs and procedures, ensuring asset reliability, workplace safety, cost effectiveness and compliance with internal audit, policy and regulatory requirements
• Lead Engineering managers in analysing breakdown trends, asset performance and technical risks, ensuring timely interventions and long-term solutions
• Oversee vessel newbuild, refurbishment and major upgrade projects, including design reviews, project management, commissioning and sea trials
• Drive engineering innovation and technology adoption, enabling modernization, fleet efficiency, digitalisation and readiness for future operational demands
• Work closely with Operations, Safety, Finance, Procurement and other departments to enhance end-to-end fleet processes and strengthen cross-functional effectiveness
• Ensure strong vendor management, cost optimisation and supply chain resilience and sustain high service levels and asset uptime
• Spearhead engineering’s active participation and contributions to sustainability and decarbonisation, including initiatives involving alternative fuels, energy-efficiency solutions and emissions reduction
• Parter with Business Development teams to shape and influence engineering components of turnkey solutions, overseas expansion and new market opportunities
• Work closely with Human Resources and Union partners to champion workforce engagement, capacity development, change management and productivity improvement initiatives
• Lead, plan and implement programs and initiatives for competency training, performance management and professional development of Engineering managers and technicians
• Cultivate a high-performing Engineering culture grounded in professionalism, governance, safety, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Engage with government agencies, regulatory bodies, classification societies, technology providers, institutes of higher learning and relevant stakeholders to achieve organisational outcomes
• Undertake stretched assignments and special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree in Marine, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
• Have at least 10 years of experience in managing a fleet of vessels
• Possess at least 10 years of experience working in or with shipyards/ship repair facilities
• Demonstrate strong multi-disciplinary and cross-functional exposure