Vessel Technical Superintendent (Expatriate) at Oasis Africa Consulting

Job Description

• Responsible for the safe, efficient, and cost-effective technical management of assigned vessels. This includes overseeing maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, statutory and classification surveys, and ensuring full compliance with international maritime regulations and company policies. 
• The role plays a critical part in maintaining seaworthiness vessel, minimizing downtime, and supporting operational excellence across the fleet.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to assigned vessels to ensure continuous safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor and ensure vessels' compliance with all flag state, class, IMO, and other regulatory requirements.
• Plan, supervise, and execute maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, and refits within budget and schedule.
• Coordinate and manage third-party contractors, service engineers, and shipyards.
• Monitor vessel performance data and implement technical improvements or corrective measures where necessary.
• Review and control vessel budgets, technical expenses, and procurement of spares and services.
• Conduct regular onboard inspections and audits to assess vessel condition and crew adherence to safety and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain updated technical documentation, certification records, and maintenance logs.
• Assist in incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Liaise closely with the crew, fleet operations, HSSEQ team, and external stakeholders to ensure vessel readiness and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Logistics, or related discipline.
• Relevant certifications, such as STCW, ISM/ISPS compliance, and OPITO-approved training.
• Strong knowledge of oil and gas marine logistics, including vessel types (e.g., PSVs, AHTS, FPSOs).
• Familiarity with Nigerian maritime laws and offshore operations in the Gulf of Guinea.
• Minimum of 5–8 years’ experience in vessel technical management, with at least 2 years in a superintendent or equivalent shore-based role.
• Experience with dry-docking, repair planning, and project supervision.
• Familiarity with ISM Code, Class Rules, SOLAS, MARPOL, and other maritime regulations.

Remuneration
Competitive renumuneration