Operations Manager (Marine Engine Repairs)

RIGHTKEY PARTNERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

RightKey Partners PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee marine engine repair projects from enquiry to completion.

You will coordinate engineers, technicians, and subcontractors, ensuring safe, on-time, and cost-effective execution while liaising with shipowners and superintendents. The role requires 5–6 years in marine engine or ship repair, strong knowledge of 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines, and a track record of preparing technical proposals.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of marine engine repair or ship repair experience.
• Strong knowledge of both 2-stroke and 4-stroke marine engines.
• Experience preparing repair quotations or technical proposals.
• Proven ability to manage repair projects and technical teams.
• Diploma or degree in Marine or Mechanical Engineering advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage marine engine repair projects from enquiry through quotation, mobilisation, execution and completion.
• Assess repair requirements and prepare accurate technical and commercial quotations.
• Coordinate and supervise service engineers, technicians, subcontractors and onboard repair activities.
• Oversee repair and overhaul of 2-stroke and 4-stroke marine engines.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget and quality standards.
• Liaise with shipowners, technical superintendents and chief engineers.
• Prepare service reports, completion documentation and project updates.
• Attend vessels, shipyards or anchorages when required.

Skills

Project management

Customer communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Diploma/degree in Marine Engineering or related

Job description

RightKey Partners has partnered with an established international marine services organisation seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join its Singapore team.

Responsibilities

• Manage marine engine repair projects from initial enquiry and inspection through quotation, mobilisation, execution and completion
• Assess repair requirements and prepare accurate technical and commercial quotations
• Coordinate and supervise service engineers, technicians, subcontractors and onboard repair activities
• Oversee the repair and overhaul of 2-stroke and 4-stroke marine engines
• Ensure projects are completed safely, within schedule, budget and required quality standards
• Liaise directly with shipowners, technical superintendents, chief engineers and other customers
• Prepare service reports, completion documentation and project updates
• Attend vessels, shipyards or anchorages when operationally required

Requirements

• At least 5 to 6 years of relevant marine engine repair or ship repair experience
• Strong practical knowledge of both 2-stroke and 4-stroke marine engines
• Previous experience preparing repair quotations, cost estimates or technical proposals
• Proven ability to manage repair projects and technical teams
• Strong customer communication, planning and problem-solving capabilities
• Diploma or degree in Marine, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is advantageous

This is primarily an office-based position in Singapore, with onboard attendance required when necessary. A competitive remuneration package and performance bonus will be offered to the successful candidate.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.