Technical Manager, Tankers

Fairwater; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairwater seeks a Technical Manager - Tankers to lead fleet technical operations and coordinate shipyard repairs across multiple vessels. You will report to the Director, Technical and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental goals.

The role requires 5+ years in marine engineering, a Bachelor’s degree, and proven leadership to manage priorities across vessels and projects. Based in Dania Beach, FL, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in marine engineering, fleet technical operations, or vessel management.
• English language proficiency.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to develop, motivate, and hold team members accountable.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves various QSMS instructions and procedures.
• Oversees shipyard repair activities, including monitoring repairs and budgets.
• Negotiate and settle related invoices.
• Ensure technical aspects of assigned vessels are maintained.
• Review vessel performance documentation and data.
• Monitor operating budgets and safety meeting minutes.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Fleet management

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Vessel operations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Maritime academy degree

USCG Senior engineering license

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Nautical Systems – Enterprise (NSE)

Job description

The name “Fairwater” speaks to our firm and steadfast commitment to partnership, equity, and trust.

Position Title: Technical Manager - Tankers

Reports To: Director, Technical

Schedule: Monday through Friday business hours and additional as required

Location: Dania Beach, FL.

Position Supervised: Technical Superintendents

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Experience

5+ years of experience in marine engineering, fleet technical operations, or vessel management

Languages

English

Traits

Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to develop, motivate, and hold team members accountable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with computers and fleet management tools. Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple vessels and projects. Ability to travel as necessary, sometimes on short notice, including for shipyard projects and drydock oversight. Organized, decisive, and results-oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

Skills/Software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams). Experience with Nautical Systems – Enterprise (NSE).

Education

Maritime academy graduate or degree in marine engineering, naval architecture, or related maritime discipline. USCG Senior engineering license.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves various QSMS instructions and procedures
• Responsible for shipyard repair oversight, including:
• Monitoring repair work and associated budget
• Negotiating and settling related invoices
• Responsible for the technical aspects of assigned vessels
• Review vessel performance documentation and data
• Monitoring operating budgets
• Reviewing safety meeting minutes and commenting as needed
• Responsible for long-term shipyard planning
• Maintenance scheduling and developing standard jobs
• Confirming that repair vendors meet all technical and quality requirements
• Responsible for ensuring assigned vessels meet stakeholder requirements, including: Federal and applicable State/Port Authorities, customers’ ship terminal policies, and company policies.
• Approve ship purchase requisitions where needed
• Coding invoices and receipts when necessary
• Promoting a professional relationship with the officers and crew; convening safety meetings
• During vessel visits, addressing issues important to management
• Ensures operational and mechanical soundness of Company vessels
• Communicates continually with vessel operators/charterers with respect to the operational activity of the vessels
• Works with the HSSEQ staff on shipboard issues relating to safety, quality, and environmental goals
• Conducts periodic vessel visits
• Performs such other tasks, duties, and responsibilities as may be required or directed by the Fleet Director

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability

Fairwater reserves the right to revise or change job descriptions and responsibilities as the need arises.

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.