Senior Field Support Engineer (Shipyard)

TALENT TRADER GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier engineering company in Singapore is seeking an experienced engineer to lead projects and ensure compliance with safety standards. The role involves coordinating with teams, conducting site checks, and managing resources effectively. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant engineering field and at least 5 years of experience in a shipyard or similar environment, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills. SAP knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a shipyard or a similar role.
• Knowledge of painting, staging operations, and ability to interpret technical drawings and paint specifications.
• Ability to lead engineering projects and resolve complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily VSCC meetings for assigned projects.
• Conduct daily site checks to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Plan project activities in advance and monitor daily work progress.
• Lead and assign teams for on-site repair works.

Skills

Leadership

Customer orientation

Effective communication

Risk assessment

Education

Degree/Diploma in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Attend daily VSCC meetings for assigned projects and apply for Permit-to-Work when required.
• Conduct daily site checks to ensure safe working conditions and compliance with Permit-to-Work requirements, both at the start and end of each work period.
• Identify potential risks at the worksite and brief workers on the risk assessment before commencing work.
• Plan project activities in advance, including equipment, spare parts, and material requirements.
• Monitor daily work progress and update work plans to meet project schedules.
• Coordinate with production, planning, and engineering teams to align resources with support requirements.
• Brief Engineers and Chargehands on detailed work requirements, procedures, and deadlines.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.
• Lead and assign teams of engineers and workers to carry out on-site repair works safely and efficiently.
• Participate in meetings with customers regarding ship defects and related technical issues.
• Coach, mentor, and guide departmental staff to enhance performance and skill development.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a shipyard or a similar role.
• Knowledge of painting, staging operations, and ability to interpret technical drawings and paint specifications.
• Proven ability to lead engineering projects and resolve complex technical issues.
• Strong leadership, customer orientation, and effective communication skills across all levels.
• SAP knowledge will be an added advantage.

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