Technical Superintendent – New Ship
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Technical Superintendent preparing Mercy Ships’ Africa Mercy II for delivery, maintenance, and field service. Coordinating vessel compliance, repairs, supplies, contractors, and shipboard operations.
Responsibilities:
- Manage preparations required to take delivery of the Africa Mercy II and bring it into operations and field service
- Create operational documentation, maintenance plans, parts, and supplies for the ship to enter service
- Transition into the Technical Superintendent role after delivery and prepare and submit warranty claims
- Develop and coordinate SMS documentation, regulatory documentation, and shipboard manuals
- Oversee and support the planned maintenance system and monitor routine and corrective maintenance onboard the assigned vessel
- Ensure classification and Flag State requirements are in place for timely delivery and monitor surveys and identified defects
- Oversee technical work plans for equipping, initial field service, and annual maintenance phases including drydocking
- Review repair and modification requests for compliance with statutory regulations and classification society rules
- Inspect machinery, equipment, or spaces; prepare job specifications; and obtain contractor or shipyard bids
- Maintain contractor contact to ensure work is completed according to contract terms
- Investigate machinery casualties and advise ship officers on preventing recurrence
- Plan supply stocks of repair parts and consumables for marine operations specialties
- Maintain records of technical expenses for repairs, supplies, and personnel
- Liaise with regulatory agencies regarding alterations, repairs, and modifications
- Review and advise on qualifications of technical staff and applicants
- Maintain knowledge of Company SMS and assist the QHSE Manager with safe working practices onboard
- Visit the vessel during construction, equipping, and field service; conduct the annual Company Vessel Inspection after delivery
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, contractors, suppliers, and the general public
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and handle abstract and concrete variables
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally
- Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) from a four-year college or university, with 10 years of related industry experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Two or more years of service aboard ROPAX or cruise vessels
- Certificate of Competency in accordance with STCW III/2 required
- Chief Engineer preferred
- Successful completion of Mercy Ships Entry Training required within the first year
- Support for Mercy Ships' mission, vision, and core values
- Understanding and application of servant leadership, collaboration with integrity, and accountability
Benefits:
- Remote work may be considered
- International travel opportunities
- Mercy Ships Entry Training within the first year
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