Technical Superintendent Tankers (0082 August 2026)

Royal Ocean Marine; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Internetwork Expert in Singapore is seeking a Technical Superintendent to oversee the safe, reliable and cost-efficient operation of assigned vessels. You will manage day-to-day technical operations, maintenance, dry-docking projects, regulatory compliance and budget adherence while supporting vessel management teams.

The role requires a degree in Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture, with Chief Engineer Unlimited CoC highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent maritime discipline.
• Chief Engineer Unlimited (STCW III/2) CoC is highly preferred.
• 3–5 years sea-going experience as Chief Engineer / 1st Assistant Engineer, or 2+ years onshore as Technical Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee vessel operations, maintenance, and PMS to ensure reliability.
• Plan, budget, and supervise dry-docking, repairs, and shipyard work.
• Ensure compliance with ISM/ISM, MLC, MARPOL, SOLAS and Classification Society rules.
• Prepare and monitor operational budgets; review technical POs and variances.
• Lead safety initiatives, root-cause analyses, audits, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor Chief Engineers and shipboard staff with technical guidance.

Job description

Job Overview

The Technical Superintendent oversees the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of assigned vessels. This role manages day-to-day technical operations, scheduled maintenance, dry-docking projects, regulatory compliance, and budget adherence while supporting vessel management teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Vessel Operations & Maintenance: Monitor daily technical performance, conduct regular vessel inspections, and manage planned maintenance systems (PMS) to ensure operational reliability.
• Dry-Docking & Repairs: Plan, budget, and supervise dry-docking, major repairs, retrofits, and emergency dry-docking operations, including shipyard management and contractor supervision.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with ISM, ISPS, MLC, MARPOL, SOLAS, and relevant Classification Society rules across assigned fleet units.
• Financial Management: Prepare, monitor, and control operational budgets (OPEX) for assigned vessels; review and approve technical purchase orders and invoice variances.
• Safety & Audits: Lead root-cause analyses for technical failures or incidents, participate in internal/external audits, and drive continuous safety improvement.
• Crew Support & Leadership: Mentor Chief Engineers and shipboard staff, providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and operational instruction.

• Education: Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent maritime discipline.
• Certification: Chief Engineer Unlimited (STCW III/2) CoC is highly preferred.
• Experience: Preferably 3–5 years of sea-going experience as Chief Engineer / 1st Assistant Engineer, or 2+ years of onshore experience as a Technical Superintendent. Open for those coming back from sea