Technical Superintendent (Tankers)

Responsibilities

• Hold responsibility for the technical condition and seaworthiness of assigned tanker vessels, in line with class society and statutory requirements
• Organise dry docking, repair works, and maintenance schedules to reduce vessel downtime
• Track vessel performance and fuel consumption through onboard systems and AMOS or equivalent planned maintenance software
• Approve technical budgets, expenditures, and purchase requisitions for vessels under management
• Liaise closely with classification societies, flag state authorities, and port state control to keep vessel certification valid
• Conduct scheduled ship visits and inspections to assess vessel condition, with particular attention to cargo handling, inert gas, and tank cleaning systems
• Direct root cause investigations into technical incidents and machinery failures, and put corrective measures in place
• Build and sustain relationships with shipyards, spare parts suppliers, and technical service providers to secure quality and value for money
• Enhance the Safety Management System in line with the ISM Code, with focus on tanker specific risks such as cargo containment and hazardous cargo handling
• Guide ship's crew and fellow superintendents on equipment troubleshooting and repair procedures for cargo, ballast, and tank systems

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of tanker experience, either at sea or in a technical superintendent capacity
• Sound working knowledge of maintenance systems such as AMOS or ShipManager, along with familiarity with ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL requirements
• Strong people management, negotiation, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and resourcefully, with the capacity to perform under pressure and meet deadlines

Clarence Khoh

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