Technical Superintendent (Tankers)

Talent-Merge Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 145,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent-Merge Pte Ltd seeks an experienced Technical Superintendent to manage the day-to-day performance of tanker vessels, ensuring safe and efficient operations. You will oversee maintenance, PMS implementation, and regulatory compliance across the fleet.

The role requires strong budgeting and leadership skills, with responsibility for coordinating repairs, shipyards, and inspections, while travelling internationally as needed to support vessel operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma/degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture or related maritime discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as Technical Superintendent managing tanker vessels or senior seagoing engineering on tankers.
• Good knowledge of tanker operations, marine engineering systems, PMS, dry-docking, vessel repairs, Class/Flag requirements and maritime regulations.
• Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, planning, budgeting, communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally for vessel visits, inspections, and emergency support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical management and day-to-day performance of assigned tanker vessels to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Monitor vessel maintenance activities and ensure the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) is properly implemented and maintained.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise dry-docking, major repairs, surveys, modifications, and other technical projects within approved timelines and budgets.
• Ensure vessels comply with Class, Flag State, IMO, ISM, ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL, and other applicable maritime regulations and company requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to Masters, Chief Engineers, and vessel teams on machinery, equipment, cargo systems, and other technical matters.
• Prepare, monitor, and control vessel technical budgets and operating expenditure while identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Coordinate with shipyards, classification societies, manufacturers, contractors, service providers, and suppliers for repairs, inspections, servicing, and procurement.
• Conduct regular vessel visits and technical inspections, identify deficiencies, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are completed promptly.
• Support tanker vetting inspections, internal and external audits, incident investigations, emergency response, and technical improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate technical records and reports, monitor vessel performance, and provide management with regular updates on vessel condition, maintenance, expenditure, and outstanding technical matters.

Skills

Marine Engineering

Planned Maintenance

Budgeting

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Troubleshooting

Vessel Operations

International Travel

Education

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

Job description

Job Information

Maritime

Salary Range S$13,000-S$15,000

Job Description

• Oversee the technical management and day-to-day performance of assigned tanker vessels to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
  
• Monitor vessel maintenance activities and ensure the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) is properly implemented and maintained.
  
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise dry-docking, major repairs, surveys, modifications, and other technical projects within approved timelines and budgets.
  
• Ensure vessels comply with Class, Flag State, IMO, ISM, ISPS, SOLAS, MARPOL, and other applicable maritime regulations and company requirements.
  
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to Masters, Chief Engineers, and vessel teams on machinery, equipment, cargo systems, and other technical matters.
  
• Prepare, monitor, and control vessel technical budgets and operating expenditure while identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
  
• Coordinate with shipyards, classification societies, manufacturers, contractors, service providers, and suppliers for repairs, inspections, servicing, and procurement.
  
• Conduct regular vessel visits and technical inspections, identify deficiencies, and ensure corrective and preventive actions are completed promptly.
  
• Support tanker vetting inspections, internal and external audits, incident investigations, emergency response, and technical improvement initiatives.
  
• Maintain accurate technical records and reports, monitor vessel performance, and provide management with regular updates on vessel condition, maintenance, expenditure, and outstanding technical matters.
  

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related engineering or maritime discipline.
  
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as a Technical Superintendent managing tanker vessels and/or relevant senior seagoing engineering experience on oil, chemical, or product tankers.
  
• Good knowledge of tanker operations, marine engineering systems, Planned Maintenance Systems, dry-docking, vessel repairs, Class and Flag requirements, and applicable maritime regulations.
  
• Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, planning, budgeting, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Willingness to travel internationally for vessel visits, inspections, dry-dockings, shipyard attendance, and emergency technical support when required.