Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Fleet Technical Director, the Technical Superintendent functions with considerable independence and initiative and is responsible for taking full technical ownership of assigned vessels. In this role, you will keep your vessels safe, compliant, reliable and cost-effective, and serve as the primary technical link between the office, the ship and our service providers. This is a hands-on Technical Superintendent role for a seasoned marine engineer who enjoys developing shipboard talent as much as solving technical problems.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
A Technical Superintendent that provides full technical management and daily support for assigned vessels in line with Class, Flag, Statutory and Company requirements and our ISM/SMS procedures.
Plans, oversees and coordinates maintenance, repairs, dry-dockings and surveys, ensuring hull and machinery meet applicable codes and standards.
Monitors vessel performance and drive follow-up actions to resolution.
A Technical Superintendent that owns vessel budgets and operating expenditures and explain variances to management.
Visits vessels regularly to assess condition, compliance and maintenance; prepare Vessel Condition Reports and lead shipboard safety meetings.
A Technical Superintendent that coaches, mentors and trains Chief Engineers; helps recruit and select Chief Engineer candidates and recommends promotions to 1st Assistant Engineer and Chief Engineer.
Partners with HSQE, Crewing, Operations and Procurement; evaluates vessel requisitions and provides technical guidance.
A Technical Superintendent that supports audits and incident investigations.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in marine engineering, naval architecture or a related maritime discipline; maritime academy graduates strongly preferred.
8+ years of marine engineering experience, including seagoing service as a licensed engineering officer.
USCG Chief Engineer or 1st Assistant Engineer license (or equivalent STCW certificate) strongly preferred.
Shoreside superintendent or assistant superintendent experience preferred.
Proven experience planning and managing dry-dockings and major repairs.
Strong working knowledge of Class, Flag, USCG and IMO requirements, including ISM.
Budget management experience and comfort with Office 365.
Clear communicator who sets high standards and builds strong relationships with officers, crew and vendors.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, pass a post-offer background check, and obtain a TWIC within three months of hire.
The selected candidate must possess access to a reliable form of transportation with the ability to work in the office during standard business hours Monday – Thursday, with a one-hour lunch. This includes the option to work from home on Fridays during standard business hours with a one-hour lunch. This position is expected to perform work outside and beyond normal working hours during times of critical deadlines, projects, or when there are time-sensitive duties.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Headquartered in West Palm Beach, FL, Schuyler Line Navigation Company (SLNC) is a U.S.-flagged maritime transportation and logistics provider specializing in commercial and government cargo services.
With a commitment to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and financial discipline, SLNC ensures secure and efficient transportation solutions for defense, energy, and commercial customers. We operate in some of the most remote and austere environments globally, offering door-to-door logistics solutions tailored to our customers' needs.
SLNC offers competitive pay, an exceptional culture and a generous benefits package.
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Schuyler Line Navigation Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
This posting may be closed or canceled at any time based on business needs.
SLNC does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, recruiters, or search firms. Please do not forward candidate profiles to our employees, hiring managers, or leadership. Any resumes received without a current, signed contractual agreement for this role with our HR department will be considered gratis referrals, and no placement fee will be owed, regardless of whether the candidate is subsequently hired.
Able to successfully pass a post-offer background check.