Manager, Senior Manager (equivalent to Technical Superintendent, Senior Superintendent)

MARUFLEET MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime company based in Singapore is seeking a Manager/Senior Manager to oversee technical and operational management of vessels. The ideal candidate will ensure safety compliance, manage budgets, and lead both on-shore and off-shore teams in delivering high-quality services. You'll play a crucial role in maintaining vessel conditions and enhancing operational efficiency. The role demands strong leadership skills, marine engineering qualifications, and relevant experience in maritime operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience as Chief Engineer/Master.
• At least 1 year of sailing experience as Chief Engineer/Master.
• Knowledge in Classification Society procedures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for vessel inspection and maintenance.
• Prepare specifications and evaluate tenders.
• Liaise with Procurement Department for spare parts supply.
• Responsible for creating a positive safety culture.

Skills

Effective decision making

Analysis and Problem solving

Interacting with others

Listening and communicating

Collaboration, inclusion and teamwork

Customer focus

Planning and Organising

Initiative

Accountability

Resilience and wellbeing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering/Navigation or equivalent

MEO Class 1 Certificate of competency or equivalent

Job description

The Manager/Senior Manager (Technical Superintendent/Senior Superintendent) will actively lead an on-shore and off-shore team to deliver high quality, innovative, sustainable solutions to the customer with complete responsibility for safe and cost-effective management of the vessels assigned.

Employees designated as Managers will have additional responsibilities as acting Group in-charge in the absence of the Group Manager

Key roles & responsibilities

Technical Management / Operations

• Accountable for vessel inspection and ensure the ships condition and maintenance standards adhere to organisation procedures
• Ensure all maintenance is performed to a high standard and as per manufacturer’s recommendations
• Prepare specifications and evaluate tenders
• Supervise daily operational activities of all assigned vessels
• Advise Line Manager on a regular basis about vessel operation, budgetary performance and any untoward incidents on vessels in the fleet
• Liaise with the Procurement Department related to supply of spare parts of all vessels, considering the opportunities for replenishment in respect to the trading commitments of the vessels to provide for the most economical supply
• Responsible for communication, promotion and implementation of company's health, safety, environment and quality policy on board the vessels related to technical
• Drives all technical related mobilization activities, refits, dry-docking & major repairs. Plan for repairs and dry-docking of the vessels at suitable regular intervals

Regulatory/Legislative Statutory Compliance

• 100% compliance with International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Flag State and Port State rules and regulations
• Maintenance of ship certificate and survey status at all times keeping track of renewals and placement on board vessels.

Financial Management

• Maintain, monitor and report budgets for all vessels under charge. Work closely with Technical staff, purchasing and finance controllers to ensure budget is within the agreed variables/targets (current target 3% variance)
• Support reporting manager to plan “Operating Budget” for all vessels under charge.
• Responsible for planning and execution of all dry-docking activities within the allotted budget limits

*subject to change based on company policy

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Scan the environment and recommend improvement in processes to enhance productivity an efficiency in the system
• Drive implementation of approved ‘Continuous Improvement’ projects in collaboration with the Quality team
• Establish clear expected levels of performance from crew and work with manager on updating the SOP’s.
• Demonstrates a complete understanding of the Safety & QMS policies & procedures and ensures that the on-shore and off-shore employees operate at the same level of understanding and awareness

Health, Safety and Environment Compliance

• Responsible for creating and sustaining a positive safety culture on-board all vessels under charge
• Act as a first point of contact for any emergencies aboard vessels under charge. Ensure a technically qualified representative is available and responds to emergencies within the agreed time limit
• Ensures a safe & compliant working environment is provided to all off-shore employees by demonstrating a complete and accurate understanding of the health & safety policies and practices of the organisation
• Responsible for corrective action being implemented to remedy safety hazards or risks and restore a safe working environment on board vessels. Escalate to Manager in the event of the hazards/risks exceeding authority limits provided in the role
• Owns and responsible for delivery of safety messages/training to off-shore employees during site or vessel visits

People and Leadership Management

• Articulates clear and specific goals for employees on board vessels under charge
• Lead, coach, engage, motivate, mentor employees to develop their strengths and build their capabilities as per their defined roles and personal goals
• Ensure development plans are in place for all offshore team members and it is followed up closely to ensure completion
• Responsible for continuous performance discussions with direct reports to drive learning and self-improvement
• Manage and maintain the talent pool by engaging top performers and taking definitive action on bottom performers

Relationship

Internal:

• Management team
• Business Support – Purchasing, Finance, Quality, Human Resources & IT
• Off-shore employees on vessels under charge
• Cross-functional Peer Group

External:

• Vessel Owner or a designated authority
• Regulatory/Government authorities
• Vendors

Job experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Marine Engineering/ Navigation/Internationally recognized shipping degree/qualification
• Hold MEO Class 1 Certificate of competency or Certificate of Competency II/2 (for Master/Chief Officer) or Certificate of Competency III/2 (for Chief Engineer/Second Engineer) under STCW Code
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience as Chief Engineer/Second Engineer or Master/Chief Officer on Dry/Tanker/Gas in the relevant type of vessel being recruited for e.g. Dry Cargo, Oil, Chemical or Gas, etc. Of this a minimum sailing experience of 1 year as Chief Engineer/Master.

Desirable

• Knowledge in Classifications Society procedures and regulations is desirable.
• Should have prior people management experience
• Proven track record in intermediate and special dry dockings, ship repair, mobilizations and in-water repairs
• Demonstrated Commercial acumen and ability to manage vessel financials within scope as well as satisfy client’s requirements
• IT literate and computer savvy
• Business Administration qualification will be an added advantage
• Basic Knowledge of Energy Management Systems and/ or energy conservation methods is an advantage

Competencies

Competency Level 3

• Effective decision making

- Analysis and Problem solving

• Interacting with others

- Listening and communicating

- Collaboration, inclusion and teamwork

• Driving High Quality

- Customer focus

- Planning and Organising

- Initiative

- Accountability

• Resilience and wellbeing