Technical Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Fleet Technical Management & Optimization:

• Oversee the technical aspect and maintenance of the fleet, ensuring vessels operate at optimal efficiency, safety, minimal operational downtime and in full compliance with all maritime regulations.
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for vessels, minimizing downtime while ensuring peak performance.
• Manage the technical department's budget, ensuring cost-effective maintenance practices and appropriate allocation of resources to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee the technical performance of the fleet, ensuring high performance through proactive maintenance and minimizing downtime.
• Utilize technical data analytics to evaluate maintenance efficiency, applying industry best practices for optimization.

• Drive continuous improvement by integrating advanced technologies and processes to enhance fleet performance and sustainability.

• Oversee the technical aspect and maintenance of the fleet, ensuring vessels operate at optimal efficiency, safety, minimal operational downtime and in full compliance with all maritime regulations.

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for vessels, minimizing downtime while ensuring peak performance.
• Manage the technical department's budget, ensuring cost-effective maintenance practices and appropriate allocation of resources to achieve operational goals.
• Oversee the technical performance of the fleet, ensuring high performance through proactive maintenance and minimizing downtime.
• Utilize technical data analytics to evaluate maintenance efficiency, applying industry best practices for optimization.
• Drive continuous improvement by integrating advanced technologies and processes to enhance fleet performance and sustainability.

2. Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Technical Superintendents, Chief Engineers, and maintenance personnel, aligning their work with strategic objectives while fostering professional growth and continuous learning.
• Provide ongoing technical support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve operational challenges efficiently.
• Collaborate with HR to develop and implement training and development programs to ensure the team stays at the forefront of industry trends and technological innovations.

3. Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure the fleet consistently adheres to all relevant regulatory, safety, and environmental standards, including international maritime regulations and flag state requirements.
• Proactively manage risks associated with fleet operations by identifying potential technical issues and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Assist SHEQ in internal and external audits, inspections, and certification processes to maintain compliance with company policies and external rules and regulations.

4. Project and Resource Management:

• Manage the technical aspects of vessel construction, retrofitting, and major upgrades, ensuring adherence to deadlines, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Assess and engage external contractors, service providers, and suppliers for repair services, spare parts, and maintenance projects.
• Oversee key technical projects such as fleet upgrades, dry-docking, and new vessel construction, ensuring alignment with business priorities and successful on-time, within-budget delivery.
• Collaborate with shipyards, contractors, and internal teams to ensure the timely achievement of project milestones within budget constraints.

5. Continuous Improvement & Innovation:

• Continuously assess the fleet's technical capabilities to identify opportunities for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing overall performance.
• Stay updated on advancements in maritime technologies and propose the integration of innovative solutions to enhance fleet operations and performance.

6. Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure that technical initiatives and projects align seamlessly with the broader business objectives, facilitating cross-departmental support and integration.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between the company, regulatory bodies, and external service providers, ensuring clear and consistent communication.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, CoC 1 Marine Engineer, Naval Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years in technical management within the maritime industry, particularly with experience in fleet management or vessel operations
• Hands-on experience with vessel dry-docking, retrofitting, and newbuilding projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations, including SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, and international classification societies.
• Familiarity with maritime technical software and management systems.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Solid project management expertise, particularly with fleet maintenance and technical projects.