Technical Superintendent (Contract)

SOLSTAD MANAGEMENT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLSTAD MANAGEMENT SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Technical Manager APAC who will provide guidance on fleet condition, oversee maintenance programs, and coordinate drydocking and surveys across our regional fleet.

You will lead engineers and external contractors, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and liaise with classification societies while aligning work with production schedules and budgets. Strong maritime qualifications and hands-on leadership are essential, along with proficiency

Qualifications

• Proven marine engineering experience with vessel systems.
• Must show leadership and coordination of external contractors.
• Strong safety and compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice to management on fleet condition and availability.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs using planned maintenance systems.
• Support drydocking specifications, budgets and expenditure monitoring.
• Oversee vessel dry docking, repairs and surveys as required.
• Collaborate with Operations to plan maintenance schedules and labor.

Skills

Marine engineering

Team leadership

Contractor coordination

Safety compliance

Maintenance planning

MS Office

Education

Maritime qualification

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

Reporting into the Technical Manager APAC, your responsibilities in this role will include:

• Providing technical advice to management on fleet condition and any issues affecting vessel availability.
• Assisting with maintenance and repairs using computer-based planned maintenance and procurement systems.
• Supporting the preparation of drydocking specifications, maintenance budgets, and expenditure monitoring.
• Responsible for vessel dry docking, repairs and surveys when required.
• Collaborating with Operations to plan maintenance schedules, labor requirements, and work programs.
• Monitoring and coordinating statutory requirements for vessel surveys and audits.
• Managing inventory control of stores and spare parts, including procurement from local suppliers and service contractors.
• Coordinating repair work, safety inspections, and equipment supply in alignment with production schedules.

To thrive in this role, you should demonstrate:

• An exceptionally high standard in safety and compliance.
• Proven experience in marine engineering, with a relevant maritime or trade qualification.
• Experience leading teams of engineers and coordinating external service contractors.
• Familiarity with mechanical equipment and systems such as DP, diesel electric engines, power generation, propulsion systems, and hydraulics.
• Experience liaising with classification societies and statutory bodies regarding vessel certification and documentation compliance.
• A solution-oriented approach.
• Initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Flexibility to travel to port locations and vessels as required to meet operational needs.
• Ability to work under pressure with competing deadline and changing operational schedules.
• Experience and knowledge of large AHT's (UT 731 and VS 490 Design) is desirable.