Full Time Technical Superintendent Jobs, in Royal Ocean Marine Enterprise Pte Ltd - Maukerja

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We are partnering with our clients a shipping company in Singapore for an LNG Technical Superintendent. We look forward to LNG/LPG Chief engineer that is keen to apply to come ashore can also deposit the resume for future opening

Job Description: Technical Superintendent – LNG

Position Title: Technical Superintendent (LNG Carriers)

Department: Fleet Management / Technical Operations

Reports To: Fleet Technical Manager / Fleet Director

Location: Singapore

Employment Type: Full-time

Position Overview

The Technical Superintendent (LNG) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective technical management of a designated fleet of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) carriers. This role ensures full compliance with international maritime regulations, classification society rules, and flag state requirements, with a strong focus on cryogenic containment systems, dual-fuel/tri-fuel propulsion systems, and boil-off gas (BOG) management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical & Operational Management

• Monitor and manage the daily technical performance and operational readiness of assigned LNG vessels.
• Maintain and oversee primary systems including cryogenic containment systems (Membrane/Moss), cargo handling plant, re-liquefaction plants, dual-fuel/tri-fuel engines (ME-GI, X-DF, DFD), and boiler/turbine systems.
• Manage vessel maintenance programs using Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) to ensure zero downtime and minimal off-hire risks.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and cryogenic system failures, offering timely engineering support to shipboard teams.

2. Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to ISM Code, ISPS Code, MARPOL, SOLAS, SIGTTO guidelines, and Class/Flag State requirements.
• Lead and prepare vessels for SIRE 2.0 inspections, Port State Control (PSC) inspections, terminal vetting, and annual surveys.
• Investigate maritime incidents, near-misses, and technical failures using Root Cause Analysis (RCA); implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

3. Dry-Docking & Major Repair Management

• Plan, budget, and execute scheduled dry-docking repairs, retrofits, and major dry-dock projects for assigned LNG vessels.
• Prepare detailed dry-dock specifications, evaluate shipyard tenders, and oversee dry-docking operations on-site to ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Supervise dry-dock safety, cold-box inspections, and cargo tank internal inspections.

4. Financial & Budgetary Control

• Prepare annual operating budgets (OPEX) for the assigned fleet and monitor ongoing expenditure.
• Authorize purchases for spare parts, stores, and technical services, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising safety or quality.

5. Crew Management & Leadership

• Participate in the selection, briefing, debriefing, and appraisal of senior shipboard engineers (Chief Engineers and Second Engineers).
• Mentor shipboard staff on technical best practices, cryogenic safety, and operational efficiency.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Vessel uptime, reliability, and minimization of off-hire days.
• Successful vetting/SIRE 2.0 inspection results with minimal observations.
• On-budget and on-schedule execution of dry-dockings and major repairs.
• Adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Class 1 Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency (CoC) for Motor or Steam/Gas vessels.
• Formal qualification in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Valid Advanced Training for Service on Ships Subject to the IGF/IGC Code (LNG Carrier endorsement).

Experience

• Sailing Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience sailing as Chief Engineer or First Assistant/2nd Engineer on LNG carriers (Membrane or Moss type).
• Shore-Based Experience: Experience as a Technical Superintendent managing LNG carriers or FSRUs in a ship management or shipowning environment (preferred).
• In-depth expertise in modern LNG propulsion (X-DF, ME-GI, or TFDE) and gas combustion units (GCU).
• Those with LPG also can be consider

Skills & Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of IGC Code, SIGTTO, Class rules, and OCIMF guidelines.
• Experience with Planned Maintenance Systems /Shipyard
• Strong project management, budget control, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally on short notice for vessel inspections, dry-dockings, and emergencies (up to 20–30% travel).

Chan CM

07C3069: R1110620