Senior Engineer/Team Lead- Painting & Support Ops (Tuas)

ST Engineering Marine Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ST Engineering Marine Ltd in Singapore seeks a Team Lead for Support functions to Ship Repairs projects. You will plan, deploy manpower and resources for painting, cleaning, scaffolding and security escort within client sites.

Lead, mentor and manage the production team, drive safety culture, coordinate with other departments and customers, and manage schedules and budgets for smooth project execution.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Marine Engineering with relevant experience.
• Ability to lead engineering projects and manage complex issues.
• Able to interpret technical drawings and paint specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead scaffolding provision and ensure safety standards are met.
• Coordinate painting and cleaning activities with other departments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Provide training and guidance on safety practices for department personnel.
• Lead, mentor and manage the production team and allocate resources.
• Collaborate with department heads and customers for project coordination.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Reading drawings

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Marine Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company description:

Backed by more than 50 years of experience, we are one of the world's leading providers of turnkey shipbuilding, repair and conversion services for naval vessels. Our well-equipped shipyards in Singapore provide specialised and comprehensive services to support the end-to-end lifecycle of vessels.

Besides maintenance and refitting of naval vessels, we also undertake repairing damaged vessels and provide specialised services such as weapons upgrades, mid-life conversions and servicing for high-speed diesel engines.

• Contractor-led support solutions for ship maintenance and complex capability upgrades
• Delivering capability/support services with COCO vessels
• Delivering availability-based contracts
• Repair, overhaul, testing and commissioning of high-speed diesel engines
• Deep knowledge and experience for submarine maintenance

Job description:

Purpose of Role:

As the Team Lead for Support functions to Ship Repairs projects, this person is responsible for planning, managing and deployment of manpower and relevant resources to provide support for the following functions: Painting, Cleaning, Scaffolding, Security Escort of contractors.

Responsibilities:

Scaffolding Provision

• Ensure scaffolding structures meet safety standards and are built to accommodate operational needs.
• Coordinate with other departments on timely erection and dismantling of scaffolding.

Cleaning/Painting Provision

• Understanding various methods of surface preparation, coating material and industrial standards and regulations to painting works.
• Coordination of all painting/cleaning activities effectively and safely.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, maritime laws, and company policies.
• Promote a culture of safety.
• Provide training and guidance on safety practices for all department personnel

Security

• Provide manpower to escort external contractors from point to point within client's compound
• Ensure contractors' compliance on security protocols within compound

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, manage, and mentor the production team, ensuring effective communication and cooperation across various functions.
• Set performance targets, conduct performance reviews, and provide professional development opportunities for team members.
• Manage departmental schedules, ensuring optimal staffing and resource allocation.

Resource Management

• Oversee the allocation of resources (personnel, equipment, materials) for all production tasks.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure the timely procurement of materials required for ongoing operations.
• Control department budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising quality or safety

Collaboration & Reporting

• Work closely with other department heads, Ship repair managers, and customers to ensure smooth operations and project coordination.
• Provide regular progress reports, identifying challenges and proposing solutions to senior management

Requirements:

• Degree/ Diploma in Mechanical or Marine Engineering (Dip holders with 5 years relevant working experience)
• Knowledge of painting, staging operation and able to interpret technical drawings and paint specification will be advantageous
• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering projects and manage complex technical issues
• Able to deal with and communicate with both internal and external stakeholders effectively at all levels.
• Possess man-management experience to supervise and deploy workers.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Able to commit to overtime when required
• Able to follow and implement security, safety and shipyard disciplinary protocols and guidelines

Other Information:

• Location: Pioneer Sector (Daily Transportation Reimbursed To and Fro)
• 5 days work week
• Working Hours: 7.45am-5pm