Technical Superintendent
Position: Technical Superintendent
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (with extensive travel)
Employment Type: Full-time/Permanent
Date Posted: June 11, 2024
Job Description:
We are hiring for a Technical Superintendent position. The successful incumbent will manage the day-todaytechnical operations in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as government regulations and customer expectations. These responsibilities include personal and operational safety and environmental protection. This position requires extensive domestic and/or international travel.
Key Responsibilities:
As the frontline management representative for the vessels assigned to them, the key responsibilities of the Technical Superintendent are as follows:
Vessel Operations
Provides direct support to vessels
Maintains the safe and efficient operation of all engineering related functions
Conducts vessel visits and inspections, ensuring vessels are maintained and comply with all relevant standards, and attends vessel for any major breakdown.
Monitors vessel efficiency and environmental performance
Ensure that established KPIs are being maintained
Continuous operation of assigned vessels, eliminating downtime due to breakdown
Projects and any other key responsibilities as required by the Senior Superintendent, Technical Operations
Maintenance
Oversees maintenance and repair of vesse;s
Monitors Planned Maintenance System (PMS) for execution of work
Monitors and develops layup work specifications using ShipNet Layup Planner
Reviews all Ship-Out of Service (SOS) forms submitted by their assigned vessels and ensures that all SOS events are reported promptly
Prepares and supervises dry-docking and related surveys and inspections
Arranges and manages the work of shoreside contractors
Quality, Health, Safety, Environment & Regulatory
Liaises with external authorities including flag, class and port state regulatory bodies
Reviews the Shipboard Safety Management Committee meeting minutes
Lead or be a team member in carrying out internal audits on any Company vessel
Lead or be a team member in the investigation of any occurrence, accident or incident investigation
Budgetary Control
Prepares, monitors and controls budget for assigned vessels
Provides input to Fleet Plan
Coordinates efforts with both the Logistics and Purchasing departments to ensure the required supplies/equipment is delivered to the ship in the most efficient way possible
People Management
Works with the Fleet Personnel department for the purposes of scheduling Chief Engineers and engineering officers and ensures assignments meet regulatory and company standards in terms of certification and experience
Input into vessel crewing and training requirements
Completes Performance Appraisals for Master’s and Chief Engineers
Collaboration
Liaises with the Sales & Traffic department to identify customer service requirements
Collaborates with both the Logistics and Purchasing departments to ensure the required supplies/equipment is delivered to the ship in the most efficient way possible
Reviews the Shipboard Safety Management Committee Meeting minutes
Participates as a member of Marine Emergency Response and the after-hours hotline. Any other duties or requirements as directed by the Senior Superintendent, Technical Operations
Skills, Abilities and Experience:
Post-secondary education in Maritime Studies, with a preference in Marine Engineering
Class One certificate of competency preferred
Minimum 3 years’ experience with responsibilities consistent with this position
A proven track record of success in technical and managerial positions with relevant maritime organizations
Sound knowledge of quality and regulatory disciplines (ISM/ISO), OCIMF regulations as well as the ability to carry out investigations and analysis
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), organization, planning and prioritization skills
Sound judgement, ability to balance business needs with the role of the employee advocate
A creative, enquiring and logical mind
Ability to analyze and interpret technical information and drawings
Ability to lead and motivate groups and individuals
Strong project management skills
High degree of creativity and initiative exhibiting strong troubleshooting skills
Valid passport and driver’s license
No travel restrictions
Working Conditions
Operates in an open office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
Requires undertaking visits to vessels on location as required
Requires ability to travel on occasion, some of which may be international
Operates as part of on-call rotation within department
Requires routine after hour and weekend work
Must have a vehicle available for use
Physical Requirements
Ability to climb up vertical ladders and stairways
Ability to sit for long periods of time
Regularly required to talk/hear
Daily use of standard office equipment, such as computers and phones
Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
Algoma Central Corporation encourages application from designated group members identified under the Federal Employment Equity Act. We wish to thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Algoma Central Corporation is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Algoma will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@algonet.com.