Technical Superintendent

icon Limassol
icon Shipping/Trading/Logistics
JOB DESCRIPTION

Ref#8935

 

A specialist in the Shipmanagement and Offshore Projects sector, are working with GRS to recruit a Technical Superintendent for their Limassol offices. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ previous experience in a similar role. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we look forward to receiving your CV for this Limassol based Technical Superintendent role.
 
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Ensure compliance with responsibilities within the Management Systems.
  • Ensure the company’s fleet meets all regulations and certifications continuously.
  • Study stakeholder requirements and ensure the fleet performs its regulatory and commercial obligations.
  • Monitor the effective maintenance of the fleet’s equipment and machinery, identify trends and implement solutions that will enhance the safety and operational performance of the vessels.
  • Control the vessels’ performance, shipboard maintenance and repair programs and ensure that defects are rectified within the timeframe to meet Flag and Class requirements.
  • Liaise with Insurance brokers on all fleet requirements.
  • Assist in emergency response.
  • Ensure that updated and detailed specifications of managed vessels are available.
  • Determine repair specifications for dry-docking, maintenance and surveys and the most economical method to complete these.
  • Ensure proper up-to-date records are prepared during and on completion of dry-docking and repairs for actual and anticipated expenditure and quality of the works and products involved.
  • Produce detailed designs of maritime vessels using drawings and specialist computer software
  • Appoint and manage subcontractors for vessel maintenance and services.
  • Monitor the office and shipboard marine, safety and quality issues and check the status of all reported deficiencies.
  • Liaise with third parties on technical and operational matters.
  • Attend to vessel dry docking, repairs and survey when required and determine repair specifications for dry docking and maintenance.
  • Make regular local and overseas vessel visits to ensure that the condition and performance of the vessels meet the company’s criteria for safe and effective operations.
  • Conduct and control technical inspections performed, ensuring any preventative and correctives action are dealt with to ensure conformance and continuous improvement
  • Perform role of Company Security officer.
  • Undertake initial Ship Security Assessments as necessary for developing the Ships Security Plan (SSP).
  • Ensure security measures established in the SSP are developed and implemented, and a valid ISSC (International Ship Security Certificate) is available.
  • Maintain records and databases through filing, retrieval, retention, storage, compilation, coding and updating.
  • Lead by example.
  • Monitor area of responsibility and communicate any potential issues.
  • Any other reasonable duties as defined by the role and management.
 
CANDIDATE PROFILE
  • Qualified as a Marine Engineer, Mechanical Engineer or Naval Architect.
  • Ten years minimum experience in a similar role.
  • Required to have managerial experience
  • Ability to travel at short notice.
  • Proficient in English.
  • PC literate, including good experience with MS Office.
  • Clean Criminal Record.
  • Excellent communication skills and teamwork skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills, including multi-tasking and time management.
  • Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and tactfully.
  • Proactive with independent working skills.
  • Fully conversant with maritime rules, regulations and standards.
  • Flexible in work times.  May be required to work outside of normal office hours as operational requirements demand.
  • EU residents with the ability to work and reside in Cyprus and of course willing to relocate.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to Ross Pitman, ross@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 720 for further information.
Job Summary
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    7 March 2025
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    Permanent
  • 8935
  • Ross@grsrecruitment.com