Technical Superintendent

At HX our purpose is to awaken people to the beauty and fragility of the planet, with adventure that reignites a sense of wonder. We take curious travellers to incredible destinations, sustainably in true expedition-style with science and education at the heart of every journey.

The Technical Superintendent is responsible for providing safe, compliant and cost-effective technical management to HX ships, ensuring the highest standards for safety, reliability and environmental performance. The Technical Superintendent plays a critical role in supporting excellent ship operations, protecting asset value, enabling and supporting a superior product delivery in alignment with the HX spirits, values and sustainability commitments.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

• Responsible for controlling and monitoring the safe and compliant technical management service of assigned vessels, ensuring operations are to the highest standard of safety, reliability and environmental performance.
• Ensure technical operations are conducted within defined parameters of cost, commercial viability and operations excellence in line with the strategic direction of the business.
• Oversee and plan vessel maintenance and compliance in collaboration with the wider team, including Marine Superintendents and Technical Fleet Manager.
• Arrange and execute Drydock activities at regular intervals.
• Collaborate and work closely with shipboard crew and internal and external stakeholders to ensure required standards are met at all times.
• Plan and manage vessel visits, audits and inspections.
• Ensure environmental compliance policies are upheld.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Thinks sustainably and brings this mindset to their team and partners.
• Champions the HX Spirits.

Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Nautical Science, Mechanical, Electrical or Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or equivalent, or Chief Engineer’s or Master’s qualification.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Experience in maritime operations required. Expedition, or cruise industry experience beneficial.
• You have been working as a superintendent or in a similar position for a ship-owning or ship-managing company for 5+ years.
• Tech-forward and adaptable, with a proven ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Experience working in a multi-national organisation with a global guest mix.

Key Personal Attributes/Behavioural Competencies:

• Safety and Compliance minded for yourself and others.
• High degree of personal integrity and honesty.
• Excited to work in a hybrid work environment to leverage time in person with colleagues across the business.
• Passionate about inclusion and belonging.
• Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage execution and competing demands.
• Ability to adapt to change in a positive, productive manner.
• Approach work with an emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy to minimize mistakes.
• Effective problem solving, conflict resolution, networking, continuous improvement, and technical aptitudes.
• Ability to work in an organised and logical manner with the flexibility to adapt to change when necessary.
• Strong sense of initiative and urgency, with the ability to follow-up on outstanding matters efficiently.
• Demonstrates pride and ownership in all aspects of your work.
• Demonstrate professionalism at all times when engaging with leaders and team members with differing points of view.

About The Company:

Since 1896, HX have championed sustainability in the expedition cruise sector. We are at the forefront of driving sustainable practices in expedition cruises that prioritise greener travel. Our ambition is strong and lofty – we want to become the number one sustainable expedition brand in the world. We are looking for talented explorers who want to join us on our exciting expedition to growth and success.