Vacancy Name: Fleet Superintendent
Vacancy No: VN13714
Location Country: United Arab Emirates
Work Location: Abu Dhabi
Who are V?
As a global leader in ship management and marine services, we add value to a vessel’s operations. Operating around the clock and around the world, V. gives every client the quality and efficiency they need in every sector. Covering crew management and recruitment, quality ship management and technical services, together with supporting management and commercial services, V. has unrivalled industry knowledge with performance assured. Our values, We Care, We Collaborate, We Challenge, We are Consistent, We Commit and Deliver, are at the heart of everything we do and they support our strategy of Investing in Talent.
Overall Purpose of The Job: To ensure Technical policies and procedures are consistently applied across their assigned vessels.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
- Safety: Safety is our first priority, and the Fleet Superintendent has, in cooperation with the Fleet Manager, the authority and accountability for ensuring constant safe operation.
- Customer: Responsible for delivering technical management service to the Customer, acting as the link between the Customer and the ship.
- Ownership: Manage the operation of the vessels to the highest safety standards and plan all activities connected with maintenance and repairs.
- Leadership: Authorise the selection process of Senior Officers, build professional relationships, and conduct performance appraisals.
- Client: Serve as the first contact point for assigned vessels and provide timely reports to Clients.
- Monitor: Monitor vessel performance trends and implement remedial actions when necessary.
- Report Issues: Ensure timely reporting of any issues affecting safety or operational performance.
- Planning: Plan Dry Dock, inspections, and other absences to ensure consistent service.
- Quality: Prepare vessels for inspections/audits and ensure all third-party inspections are passed.
- Reporting: Advocate for ShipSure and ensure it is properly utilized.
- Finance: Coordinate information for budget preparation and maintain control of vessel expenditure.
- Day to Day: Discuss work plans, running costs, and other concerns with Ships’ Command.
What can I expect in return? V. Group can offer you a market leading salary and benefits package, along with significant opportunities for career growth and personal development.
Essential Requirements:
- Recognised Engineering or Naval Architecture qualification and/or relevant experience at sea.
- Good communication (oral and written) and English language skills.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and interact with people at all levels.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- An ability to develop creative and effective solutions to problems.
- 2 years’ experience as a senior shipboard officer on relevant ship type.
- Previous experience as a Fleet Superintendent or in a Senior Engineering/Naval Architecture position in the Marine Industry.
- Member of IMarEST and Engineering Council registration or equivalent.
- Basic financial understanding and some experience in administering budgets.