An established ship management company is seeking three Technical Managers to support ongoing fleet growth and new vessel acquisitions. This is a senior role overseeing technical operations across a mixed fleet, with flexibility on background including oil tankers, chemical tankers, or dry bulk vessels.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the safe, efficient and cost-effective operation of assigned vessels via direct management of Superintendents
* Lead and support 3-4 Superintendents, ensuring strong technical standards and performance across the fleet
* Manage technical budgets, including maintenance, repairs, dry docking and spares, ensuring cost control and optimisation
* Provide technical and financial reporting to senior management and vessel owners
* Oversee and support dry dockings (typically 3-6 per year) and major repairs
* Monitor vessel condition, performance and compliance with class, flag and company requirements
* Ensure effective incident investigation, claims handling and corrective actions
* Drive continuous improvement across technical operations, systems and onboard practices
* Maintain strong communication between vessels, superintendents and senior leadership
Candidate Profile
* Previous experience as a Technical Manager / Fleet Manager / Senior Superintendent
* Background in oil tankers, chemical tankers or dry bulk vessels
* Strong experience in budget management, dry docking and team leadership
* Commercially aware with the ability to balance cost, safety and operational performance.
* Must be open to international travel for vessel visits, dry dockings and operational support
* Open to 5 days per week in the office