Job Description

Ship repair superintendent manages and oversees government marine repair, maintenance, and dry-docking projects to ensure vessels are safe, seaworthy, and compliant with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Plan, schedule, and direct ship repair projects from initial specifications to final delivery.
• On-Site Supervision: Coordinate daily operations, work crews, and subcontractors across multiple trades.
• Compliance & Safety: Inspect vessels and enforce strict adherence to maritime and environmental safety standards.
• Budget & Logistics: Monitor project budgets, approve material requirements, and manage equipment deployment.
• Communication: Serve as the main point of contact between vessel owners, shipmasters, contractors, and port authorities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related maritime field (or equivalent sea-going experience).
• Experience: Prior hands-on experience in shipyard operations, dry-dock management, or marine engineering (often advancing from roles like Chief Engineer).
• Skills: Strong leadership, critical path scheduling, technical blueprint interpretation, and crisis management.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), pass respirator fitness tests, and frequently climb ladders or navigate heavy industrial shipyard environments.