Marine Technical Superintendent at Atlantic Fenders & Support Services (AFSS)

Job Purpose

The Marine Technical Superintendent is responsible for ensuring the technical integrity, safe operation, and regulatory compliance of assigned vessels. The role oversees maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, and ensures vessels operate efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Vessel Technical Management

• Oversee the technical condition and performance of assigned vessels.
• Monitor machinery performance, critical equipment, and onboard maintenance systems.
• Ensure PMS (Planned Maintenance System) is properly implemented and updated by vessel crew.
• Conduct routine vessel inspections and issue follow-up action reports.

Maintenance & Repair

• Plan and supervise all corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
• Coordinate repairs with shipyards, workshops, and contractors.
• Ensure minimum downtime and cost-effective repair solutions.
• Review and validate requisitions for spare parts and materials.

Dry-Docking

• Prepare dry-dock specifications, budgets, and repair schedules.
• Supervise dry-docking activities, ensuring quality and timely completion.
• Verify all tests, surveys, and trials are completed before vessel departure.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure vessels comply with Class, Flag State, Port State, ISM, ISPS, and company standards.
• Work closely with HSE/DPA to close out NCs and audit findings.
• Ensure critical equipment tests and statutory surveys are completed on time.

Budget & Cost Control

• Prepare annual technical budgets for each vessel.
• Track and control operational expenses, repairs, and spare parts usage.
• Review and approve technical invoices.

Crew Technical Support

• Provide guidance to Chief Engineers and onboard engineers.
• Assess engineering crew performance and participate in crew competency reviews.
• Support crew training on equipment, safety, and operational procedures.

Reporting

• Maintain detailed technical reports for management.
• Monitor fuel/lube oil consumption and report anomalies.
• Report breakdowns, incidents, and corrective action plans.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Marine Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5–10 years’ sea experience (preferably as Chief Engineer).
• Minimum 2–3 years’ shore-based experience as Technical Superintendent (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of tugboats, OSVs, AHTS, barges, or coastal vessels (as applicable).
• Good understanding of ISM Code, Class rules, and maritime regulatory requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic ability.
• Knowledge of PMS systems (e.g., AMOS, Shipmate, Sertica, TM Master).
• Good budgeting and cost-control management.
• Excellent communication and report writing.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple vessels.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Vessel technical uptime and operational reliability.
• Compliance with Class, Flag, and ISM requirements.
• Budget performance vs actual expenditure.
• Timely completion of maintenance and dry-docking tasks.
• Reduction of breakdowns and repeated failures.