Technical Superintendent / Port Engineer

At Nestoil, we’re on an evolutionary journey where we’re changing our story. We are looking to hire a Technical Superintendent / Port Engineer to join our diverse team in our Shipping Company – White Dove.

In this role, you will ensure the full technical readiness and optimum performance of the vessels in meeting the service commitments of the company. You will lead and manage multi-functional teams, including contribution to HR processes such as recruitment and performance management of crew. You will work within any necessary commercial and budgetary constraints to ensure vessels remain in a safe and seaworthy condition in accordance with Classification Society and Flag State requirements, are operated safely and meet all necessary regulatory standard

As a Technical Superintendent / Port Engineer you will be responsible for:

  • To coordinate and control the supply of spare parts and necessary vessel equipment.
  • To provide guidance and solutions to technical issues to ensure the full technical readiness and optimum performance of the vessels in meeting the service commitments of the company.
  • To provide a leading role and technical expertise in the event of an
    emergency response situation.
  • To promote safety and safe working practices as an operational necessity.
  • To provide effective communication across all levels within the company to inform of significant operational/technical issues that impact on the availability of vessels.
  • To plan, coordinate and monitor maintenance programmes and dry-docking.
  • To keep proper operational records.
  • To inspect regularly the vessels regarding compliance with Safety, Environmental Protection and Hygiene as per International Safety Management Code requirements.
  • To assist the crew during cases of trouble-shooting.
  • To be constantly aware of the situation of the vessels, the maintenance status and the repairs needs of the vessels on a short, medium and long term basis.
  • To develop the annual technical department budget.
  • To arrange for closure of deficiencies found in vetting, PSC Inspections, Charterers inspections, P&I Club surveys, etc.

What are we looking for?

  • A degree from a Nautical Institution (Certificate of Competency STCW Regulation III/2)
  • 5 years seagoing experience as engineer officer with a minimum of 2 in the rank of chief engineer on tankers.
  • The seagoing experience may be waived provided other relevant experience like shipyard and/or new-building site work has been performed, classification society surveyor.
  • Preferably minimum of 3 years’ experience as technical superintendent in a tankers management shipping company or background as Naval Architect or Marine/Mechanical Engineer and experience with a shipping company, classification society.
  • Essential high level of English language (Written and spoken).
  • Decision making and leadership skills.
  • Ability to effectively manage, work and  deal with people from multi ethnic background.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and good organizational skills.
  • Highly motivated and the ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • Commitment to work outside office hours.
  • Proficient in MS Office tools.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should fill the form to apply.

Applications for this role are now closed. 

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