Newbuilding Superintendent (m/f/d)

PETER DÖHLE Schiffahrts-KG is a provider of global maritime services with roots in Hamburg and home ports all over the world. We see ourselves as a company group rich in tradition yet future-oriented, providing tailor-made solutions for the entire shipping industry. To support our Shipmanagement at the next possible time, we are looking for a Newbuilding Superintendent (m/f/d).

Your tasks and responsibilities

• review and commenting on ship designs and specifications 
• project drawing approval
• being up to date in regard to present technical developments at latest shipbuilding technology
• judgment of different technical solutions and suppliers in regard to maintenance costs, maintainability, durability, regulatory requirements and usability in daily ships environment 
• review and comparison of technical agreements before maker selection 
• liaison with classification societies, flag state administration and regulatory bodies 
• perform negotiation of specifications, system drawings or 3D reviews at the newbuilding yards in cooperation with the head of department and/or owners’ representatives 
• attendance at vessels sea trials and major equipment FAT
• support and control of the site teams  
• reporting to the head of newbuilding and projects

Preferable qualifications and requirements

• completed studies of marine engineering
• longstanding work experience in a responsible position as chief or 2nd engineer 
• preferably experience as newbuilding site team member at a building yard 
• basic knowledge of business administration (e.g. reporting, budget-planning) 
• good communication skills with fluency in English and German (preferably) 
• good negotiation skills and the ability to adopt to different mentalities in the international shipbuilding market 
• flexibility and willingness to travel internationally

What we offer 

• a challenging and varied job with a lot of (personal) responsibility
• a pleasant working atmosphere in a small and highly motivated, dynamic team with flat hierachies
• a wide range of training programs as well as individual perspectives for further development 
• an exclusive working environment at the Elbe with an in-house fitness area and company restaurant
• an attractive salary package with many offers for financial security, mobility and other financial benefits

Do you think the position matches your expectations? Then we look forward to receiving your application, either online via the application form or by e-mail. 
Please state your salary expectations and the earliest possible starting date. 

If you have any questions, Friederike von Weichs, our Recruiting Specialist, will be happy to help you: [email protected]

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