Requirements: English
Company: Mar Recruitment & Consulting
Region: Tarragona , Catalonia
A leading company in the maritime industry, renowned for its excellence in providing high-quality shipping and logistics services, is looking for a Technical Manager to join their team in Tarragona.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and supervise a team of Technical Superintendents, ensuring timely maintenance and repair work on the fleet.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including class recommendations and safety standards.
- Manage special projects, including dry dock specifications, mobilizations, and in-water repairs.
- Coordinate Annual Management Reviews and Masters Reviews, assessing policies and procedures for continuous improvement.
- Implement Stop Work Authority (SWA) when safety is at risk and report hazards through the Safety Observation Card (SOC) or Defect Reporting System.
- Foster strong relationships with internal teams, customers, shipyard management, and suppliers.
- Assist in managing budgets and cost-saving initiatives across technical operations.
Key Requirements:
- Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent. Merchant Navy experience is essential (no equivalents accepted).
- 5+ years experience as a Technical Superintendent with commercial vessels over 500 GRT, ideally harbor tugs, AHTS, or offshore vessels.
- Strong knowledge of ISM, ISPS, Flag State, and Classification Society procedures.
- Ability to travel internationally at short notice.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; knowledge of PowerPoint and Project is a plus.
- Strong people management skills, preferably gained in a multicultural environment.
If youre ready to lead a talented team, contribute to the success of a world-class fleet, and work in a company that values safety, quality, and client satisfaction, we encourage you to apply.