Fleet Superintendent

Our client, based in North Ayrshire, are looking to add a Fleet Superintendent to their team.  As a Fleet Superintendent you will be responsible for the operational and technical management of allocated vessels including classification and QHSE, adhering to legislative requirements and compliance.
 
THE SUCCESFUL APPLICANT
  • Experience within a marine operational or technical management role.
  • Candidates with Engineering background are preferred however candidates with good operational experience will be considered (ideally someone who has operated as a Master for minimum 5 years).
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Planning, cost and contractor management experience
  • Experience in delivery of high level consultative and solutions-based service
  • Full working rights in UK with ILR.
JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Responsible for managing fleet operations covering all aspects of vessels’ daily operations and client service delivery.
  • Ensures compliance with vessels’ statutory and classification requirements.
  • Provide advice and guidance on operational and technical matters to Crew, Clients, and other stakeholders when required.
  • Support and liaise with the Compliance Department to ensure the Safety Management System is implemented effectively.
  • Maximise vessel productivity, minimise downtime.
  • Undertake vessel inspections and audits to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and QHSE systems.
  • Identify, propose, support, and implement improvements to the Operations department to maximise efficiency including any cost saving opportunities.
  • Prepare reports on repairs, equipment, and vessel condition to enable effective vessel management and ensure viability and cost reduction of any vessel maintenance or modification activity.
  • Prepare budgets and schedules for vessel maintenance or modification activity.
  • Evaluate contractors, suppliers, and shipyards, verifying suitability and considering QHSE, insurance, financial, and operational requirements.
  • Establish relationships with suppliers and contractors to enable a fast, effective, and cost-focused repair service, obtaining quotations, negotiating prices, and agreeing suitable payment terms where necessary.
  • Plan and manage dry-docking, major repair, and planned maintenance activities in accordance with department procedures ensuring works are completed within planned cost and duration and to the required standard.
  • Review dry-docking/major repair process upon completion and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Effectively coordinate vessel operational and technical activities, communicating regularly with the Group Operations Manager, vessel, client, and other key stakeholders.
  • Initiate and conduct investigations into operational difficulties and technical failures, proposing and implementing cost-effective solutions.
  • Maintain accurate technical records within the fleet planned maintenance system, reviewing, and updating the system where necessary.
  • Ensure all relevant documentation and management information systems/databases are updated to enable effective monitoring of the fleet.
  • Provide Masters with voyage instructions and prepare vessel in line with contract requirements. Monitor vessel movements and relay to key stakeholders where necessary.
  • Build effective relationships with Clients, communicating clearly on operational and technical matters.
  • Participate in emergency response to effectively deal with emergency incidents.
  • Constantly engage in best operational and technical practice, with a focus on continual improvement.
  • Support performance and development of direct reports.
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER 
 
Competitive Salary and benefits package