Technical Superintendent

About the role

Svitzer is looking for an experienced Technical Superintendent to manage the technical condition and engineering support of its vessel fleet in Oman. The role ensures safety, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency and strong client relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Overall onsite responsibility for technical maintenance and repair of all vessels, ensuring cost‑effective upkeep and minimal downtime.
• Supervise maintenance programmes, subcontractors, and marine equipment, and manage stock control and spare parts ordering.
• Maintain continuous records in a planned maintenance system, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with class, flag and statutory certifications.
• Coordinate training, oversee crew performance, and act as a visible management presence on the fleet.

Required profile

• Class 1 Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency (STCW ’95 CoC III/2) with Chief Engineer experience, preferably in harbour towage (bow‑to‑bow) and ASD propulsion units.
• Operational experience on towing vessels of at least 3000 kW and knowledge of offshore or deep‑sea vessels is advantageous.
• Proven project‑management, budgeting and reporting skills, and ability to work in a multicultural, global environment.

Required skills

• Class 1 Marine Engineer Certificate (STCW ’95 CoC III/2)
• Experience with modern marine coating systems and PMS/ERP software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and MS Project
• Budget formulation, monitoring and cost‑management expertise