DIRECT SEARCH ASIA PTE. LTD. Hiring! Full Time Technical Superintendent (Container) in Central Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 12,000 - Ricebowl

Role Overview

We are seeking a Technical Superintendent to oversee the safe, reliable and cost-effective technical management of assigned container vessels.

The successful candidate will manage vessel maintenance, repairs, dry-dockings, surveys and technical budgets, working closely with shipboard teams, shipowners and service providers to maintain vessel readiness and minimise downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily technical requirements of assigned container vessels.

• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to Chief Engineers and shipboard engineering teams.

• Monitor machinery condition, equipment reliability, fuel consumption and technical performance.

• Oversee the Planned Maintenance System and ensure timely completion of maintenance and defect rectification.

• Plan and supervise dry-dockings, major repairs, retrofits and surveys.

• Prepare repair specifications, evaluate quotations and monitor project quality, schedules and expenditure.

• Conduct vessel inspections and prepare condition reports with clear corrective actions.

• Prepare and manage technical budgets, reviewing expenditure and investigating variances.

• Review requisitions and coordinate the timely procurement of spare parts, stores and technical services.

• Monitor the maintenance of propulsion, electrical, automation, auxiliary and deck machinery systems.

• Oversee technical matters relating to reefer power supplies, hatch covers and cargo cranes where fitted.

• Coordinate with Class, Flag and service providers on surveys, certification and outstanding deficiencies.

• Support audits, inspections, incident investigations and emergency-response activities.

• Maintain regular communication with shipowners and report on vessel condition, technical risks and budget performance.

• Work closely with Marine, HSEQ, Crewing and Purchasing teams.

• Support the selection, appraisal and development of senior engineering officers.

• Assist with vessel takeovers, handovers and delivery projects.

Requirements

• Class 1 Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency or an internationally recognised equivalent.

• Diploma or degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Seagoing experience as Chief Engineer or Second Engineer aboard container vessels.

• Preferably 2 to 5 years of shore-based experience in container-vessel technical management.

• Strong knowledge of marine machinery, planned maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Experience managing dry-dockings, repairs, vessel inspections and technical budgets.

• Good understanding of Class, Flag, statutory and environmental requirements.

• Experience in third-party ship management and shipowner reporting would be advantageous.

• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and fleet-management systems.

• Willing to travel internationally and provide urgent technical support outside standard working hours.