Technical Superintendent (Gas)
Responsibilities
- Hold responsibility for the technical condition and seaworthiness of assigned gas carrier vessels, in line with class society and statutory requirements
- Organise dry docking, repair works, and maintenance schedules to reduce vessel downtime
- Track vessel performance and fuel consumption through onboard systems and AMOS or equivalent planned maintenance software
- Approve technical budgets, expenditures, and purchase requisitions for vessels under management
- Liaise closely with classification societies, flag state authorities, and port state control to keep vessel certification valid
- Conduct scheduled ship visits and inspections, with particular attention to cargo containment, reliquefaction, and gas handling systems
- Direct root cause investigations into technical incidents and machinery failures, and put corrective measures in place
- Build and sustain relationships with shipyards, spare parts suppliers, and technical service providers to secure quality and value for money
- Enhance the Safety Management System in line with the ISM Code, with focus on gas carrier specific risks such as cargo containment integrity and hazardous cargo handling
- Guide ship's crew and fellow superintendents on equipment troubleshooting and repair procedures for cargo, ballast, and gas systems
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of gas carrier experience, either at sea or in a technical superintendent capacity
- Sound working knowledge of maintenance systems such as AMOS or ShipManager, along with familiarity with ISM, ISPS, and MARPOL requirements
- Strong people management, negotiation, and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and resourcefully, with the capacity to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
Clarence Khoh
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