Lead Marine Technical Superintendent

Fairwater; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairwater seeks a Technical Superintendent in Dania Beach, FL to lead technical oversight for our vessel fleet. You will supervise ship staff and contractors, coordinate repairs, and ensure compliance with Class and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have a marine engineering/naval architecture background with shipboard and shoreside experience, plus a USCG license. Travel may be required for projects; strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering and/or Naval Architecture or equivalent experience.
• Combined experience sailing as a Licensed Engineering Officer and working in a shoreside technical role; shipyard experience accepted in lieu of shipboard.
• Maritime Academy background; USCG Unlimited Third Engineer’s license or greater.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vessels are operated safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while complying with Class and statutory regulations.
• Provide day-to-day technical support and guidance to assigned vessels; monitor performance and follow up actions.
• Manage vessel repair and maintenance budgets and expenditures with Marine Superintendents and Operations teams.
• Oversee repair and maintenance for assigned vessels including dry-dock, surveys, emergencies, and modifications.
• Develop Chief Engineers through coaching, set goals, and participate in interviews for hires/promotions.
• Act as primary technical coordination contact for assigned vessels.
• Visit vessels to verify condition and compliance with Fairwater standards; prepare Vessel Condition reports.
• Ensure maintenance software NS is used properly and standard jobs are followed.
• Stay updated on flag state, class standards, regulations and audit results.

Skills

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering and/or Naval Architecture

Maritime Academy

USCG Unlimited Third Engineer’s license or greater

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Fairwater seeks a Technical Superintendent in Dania Beach, FL to lead technical oversight for our vessel fleet. You will supervise ship staff and contractors, coordinate repairs, and ensure compliance with Class and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have a marine engineering/naval architecture background with shipboard and shoreside experience, plus a USCG license. Travel may be required for projects; strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.