Technical Superintendent (Bunker Tankers)

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global is seeking a Technical Superintendent to manage the technical performance, maintenance and regulatory compliance of bunker tankers based in Singapore. You will work with vessel crews, class societies, shipyards and service providers to keep the fleet safe, reliable and operationally ready.

The ideal candidate has seagoing experience as Chief/Second Engineer, shore-based supervision of tanker fleets, and strong budgeting and troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency (Class 1 or 2) is required or equivalent.
• Experience as Chief Engineer or Second Engineer in seagoing roles.
• Experience with bunker/ product/ chemical tankers preferred.
• 3–5 years shore-based Technical Superintendent experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of marine machinery, tanker systems and budgeting.
• Familiarity with MPA, ISM and MARPOL requirements.
• Proven cost-control and procurement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical operation and maintenance of bunker tankers.
• Monitor vessel condition, machinery performance and maintenance planning.
• Provide guidance to Masters and shipboard staff on technical issues.
• Conduct regular inspections and rectify deficiencies promptly.
• Plan drydocks, major repairs and equipment upgrades.
• Oversee docking specs, quotations and shipyard supervision.
• Monitor budgets, repair expenditures and procurement costs.
• Review monthly financial performance and variances.
• Coordinate spare parts and service delivery with suppliers.
• Maintain relationships with shipyards, class societies and authorities.
• Ensure compliance with class, flag, IMO, MPA and company rules.
• Support class surveys, audits and regulatory examinations.
• Maintain records in Planned Maintenance System and investigate faults.
• Drive corrective actions to minimise downtime and incidents.
• Support ISM, MARPOL and emissions compliance.
• Collaborate with marine, operations, HSEQ, crewing and procurement teams.
• Monitor vessel performance, fuel use and off-hire trends.
• Travel with vessels and attend shipyards or service locations as needed.

Skills

Seagoing experience

Budgeting & procurement

Troubleshooting

English communication

Travel readiness

Education

MEO class 1/2 certificate

Tools

MS Office

Vessel Planned-Maintenance System

Job description

Technical Superintendent (Bunker Tankers)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Technical Superintendent to manage the technical performance, maintenance and regulatory compliance of an assigned fleet of bunker tankers. The successful candidate will work closely with vessel crews, class societies, shipyards and service providers to ensure vessels remain safe, reliable and operationally ready.

This position is suitable for a marine engineer with relevant seagoing and shore-based experience involving bunker tankers, product tankers or other oil tankers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the technical operation and maintenance of assigned bunker tankers.

• Monitor vessel condition, machinery performance, planned maintenance and operational readiness.

• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to Masters, Chief Engineers and shipboard personnel.

• Conduct regular vessel inspections and ensure identified deficiencies are rectified promptly.

• Plan and oversee routine maintenance, major repairs, dry dockings and equipment upgrades.

• Prepare docking specifications, evaluate quotations and supervise shipyard work through completion.

• Monitor technical operating budgets, repair expenditure and procurement costs.

• Review monthly financial performance and explain significant budget variances.

• Coordinate the procurement and timely delivery of spare parts, equipment and technical services.

• Manage relationships with shipyards, class societies, flag administrations, equipment manufacturers and service providers.

• Ensure compliance with class, flag, statutory, IMO, MPA and company requirements.

• Support vessel preparations for class surveys, audits, inspections and regulatory examinations.

• Monitor implementation of the Planned Maintenance System and ensure accurate technical records are maintained.

• Review machinery breakdowns, defects and incidents, conducting root-cause investigations where required.

• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to minimise recurrence and vessel downtime.

• Support compliance with ISM, MARPOL, emissions and environmental requirements.

• Work closely with marine, operations, HSEQ, crewing and procurement teams to support safe and efficient bunker operations.

• Monitor vessel performance, fuel consumption, reliability and off-hire trends.

• Participate in emergency response and provide technical assistance outside normal working hours when necessary.

• Sail with vessels and travel to shipyards, ports or service locations when required.

Requirements

• Marine Engineer Officer Certificate of Competency, preferably Class 1 or Class 2, or an equivalent recognised marine engineering qualification.

• Relevant seagoing experience as a Chief Engineer or Second Engineer.

• Experience aboard bunker tankers, product tankers, chemical tankers or other oil tankers would be advantageous.

• 3 to 5 years of shore-based experience as a Technical Superintendent would be preferred.

• Strong knowledge of marine machinery, tanker systems, maintenance practices and technical troubleshooting.

• Experience managing vessel repairs, dry dockings, surveys and technical budgets.

• Familiarity with MPA requirements and bunker-tanker operations in Singapore would be advantageous.

• Good working knowledge of ISM, MARPOL, class and flag-state requirements.

• Strong budgeting, procurement, vendor-management and cost-control capabilities.

• Able to manage multiple vessels and respond effectively to urgent technical issues.

• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and vessel planned-maintenance systems.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Willing to travel, attend vessels and provide after-hours support when required.