Technical Superintendent

Job Summary and Purpose

Ensure the safety, reliability and operational efficiency of the assigned LNG/LPG vessels under direct and third party managers as required. Participate in ongoing fleet projects and studies to ensure safe, reliable, efficient and cost effective operations.

• Maintain safe, reliable and efficient operations by ensuring high technical and operational standards of maintenance/repairs of the vessels of the company.
• Administer shipping support and technical knowledge to the vessels by utilizing the marine engineering expertise.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets for the vessels, monitor the costs and evaluate the variations in order to provide detailed explanation.
• Participate, in conjunction with the Supply Department in sourcing the technical and operational supplies required for the vessels and contribute to the assurance that the rates are most economical.
• Ensure that flag, class and other regulatory requirements are met with and that their certificates and surveys are validated as and when required.
• Examine various vessel improvement processes and technical problem and suggest appropriate solutions, recommendations and modifications. Prepare a list of well-defined outcomes and ensure its completion.
• Conduct statistical analysis and prepare reports on various subjects such as technical standards of vessels, repairs, dry docking and performance in order to attain the industry best standards.
• Reduce loss time accident exposure to the targeted minimum level and, maintain vessels’ loss time accident record, and report all vessel incidents, near misses to prevent and eliminate potential incidents.
• Contribute in the formulation of the ship management policies and procedures.
• Participate, in conjunction with the Supply Department in purchasing spare gears and other required equipment for the assigned vessels.
• Prepare, classify, analyze and update the various dry docking specifications as and when required.
• Assist with risk assessment procedures and accident / incident investigations and prepare reports.
• Execute the Emergency Response Plan duties and responsibilities under the direction and guidance of Company Incident Commander
• Engage in technical and engineering studies and make suggestions to improve the quality standards of the vessels.
• Act as the company representative at various industry forums as and when required.
• Liaise with customers on technical and operational matters including vessel performance etc.

• Adhere to all relevant QHSE policies, procedures, instructions and controls so that NAKILAT provides a safe, world class, secure and environmentally responsible service to customers, the public and its own people.

• Implement approved policies, processes and procedures, and provide instructions to subordinates to ensure their proper implementation.

• Contribute to the execution of department relevant projects as assigned.
• Carry out any other duties as directed by the immediate supervisor.

• Monitor and ensure adherence to vessel class, flag and other regulatory requirements
• Develop and monitor vessel budget and explain any variations
• Ensure the execution of the Emergency Response Plan duties and responsibilities
• Undertake statistical analysis of the vessels and prepare reports on various performance standards

• Class 2 level of competency

• 4 to 8 years’ experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a relevant capacity aboard a LNG/LPG vessel.
• 2 years of ashore experience in LNG/LPG vessels repair/maintenance supervision.

• Excellent knowledge of technical operations for Large Gas Carriers owned and managed
• Prior experience in LNG/LPG refit
• Ability to conduct accident investigations, root cause analysis with recommendations and provide comprehensive reports
• Ability to compile budget and exercise controls
• Prior experience in Engineering trouble shooting