Marine Tech Operations Manager - Fleet & Shipyard

823 Fairwater Payroll Management LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairwater seeks a Technical Manager - Tankers to lead the technical operations for a fleet of tanker vessels and coordinate with the Director. Based in the Dania Beach area, you will oversee shipyard repairs, budgeting, and the technical validation of vessel performance.

You will manage a team of Technical Superintendents, review safety and quality documentation, and collaborate with HSSEQ staff to ensure compliance and efficiency across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• 5+ years experience in marine engineering or fleet operations.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with computers and fleet management tools.
• Willingness to travel, sometimes on short notice.
• Organized, decisive, results-focused.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve QSMS instructions and procedures.
• Oversee shipyard repairs, budget management, and invoices.
• Ensure technical aspects of assigned vessels meet requirements.
• Review vessel performance data and operating budgets.
• Coordinate safety, quality and environmental goals with HSSEQ.
• Plan long-term shipyard activities and maintenance schedules.
• Communicate with vessel operators/charterers about operations.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Fleet Director.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Fleet management tools

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Maritime academy degree (preferred)

Tools

Nautical Systems – Enterprise (NSE)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Fairwater seeks a Technical Manager - Tankers to lead the technical operations for a fleet of tanker vessels and coordinate with the Director. Based in the Dania Beach area, you will oversee shipyard repairs, budgeting, and the technical validation of vessel performance.

You will manage a team of Technical Superintendents, review safety and quality documentation, and collaborate with HSSEQ staff to ensure compliance and efficiency across projects.