Technical Superintendent in Inverurie

United Offshore Support GmbH (UOS) is a leading global operator of sophisticated offshore support vessels specializing in the technical, crew and commercial management of high-powered anchor handling tug/supply (AHTS) vessels, large platform supply vessels (PSVs) and subsea vessels working in the offshore energy industry worldwide. Headquartered in Leer Germany, UOS has a growing office in Aberdeen and commercial management presence in London and Singapore. The on and offshore teams at UOS are highly experienced with a long track record of delivering safe and reliable operations to end clients in just about every offshore energy basin around the world.

We are actively looking for a Technical Superintendent to join our Team! This is a hybrid role, offering a combination of remote and in-office work, based out of one of our office locations in either Leer, Germany or Aberdeen, UK. We will also consider candidates within Europe with availability to frequently visit our offices.

The purpose of the Technical Superintendent role is to ensure that assigned vessels are maintained and operated safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all applicable regulations and client expectations. This includes managing technical support, planning maintenance and repairs, and supporting the crew with operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest safety, environmental and operational standards across nominated vessels.
• Deliver optimal vessel performance and reliability with minimal downtime.
• Ensure that nominated vessels are managed and maintained in line with Class, Flag and Company requirements.
• Manage the vessel maintenance and repair programs including dry-dock planning.
• Maintain CMMS accuracy and ensure accuracy in reporting for assigned vessels.
• Ensure defective conditions are identified, monitored and closed out in a timely manner.
• Deliver technical support and root cause analysis for defects and breakdowns.
• Demonstrates active safety leadership promoting safe operations across nominated vessels.
• Robust adherence to the Business Management System ensuring all assigned vessels are managed in line with the procedures detailed.
• Measures Chief Engineers overall performance in terms of KPI’s measured against maintenance system, planning for work in advance, maintaining of agreed spares stock levels, reporting of defects and maintenance done on board. Assesses and write annual assessments.
• Participates in the interviewing and selection of engine room candidates including 3rd, 2nd and Chief Engineers.
• Undertake the diligent technical management and be the technical focal point for assigned vessels.
• In conjunction with the Operational Excellence department, coordinate with Class and Flag to ensure survey and inspection are completed in line with required frequencies.
• Closure of audit findings and recommendations raised against assigned vessels.
• Ensure that the assigned vessels are maintained in accordance with the CMMS and that maintenance backlog is minimized.
• Undertake regular vessel visits to meet with the crews and undertake detailed technical and maintenance system audits, reporting on the condition of the vessel and compliance against the UOS standards. (A minimum of two visits per year with no more than seven months apart in any 12-month period is required)
• Coordinate with OEM’s and service providers for the completion of maintenance, repair and certification services / surveys onboard assigned vessels.
• Undertake and support with the planning and supervision of vessel dry-dockings and repair periods as necessary.
• Maintain a close relationship with the management team onboard the assigned vessels, ensuring they are motivated and aligned with Company goals.
• Support the General Manager Fleet in ensuring that assigned vessel OPEX budgets are closely monitored and diligently managed.
• Ensure that all technical failures are thoroughly investigated and the root causes clearly understood to enable lessons learned to be implemented and shared with the wider fleet.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate spare parts inventories to assigned vessels, ensuring the vessel has suitable and sufficient spares available for uninterrupted operations.
• Actively assists procurement in identifying spare requirements and following up of enquiries between the vessel and purchases.
• Support the roll out of new systems, technologies and efficiency initiatives.
• Participate in Client meetings as required pertaining to issues or topics relating to assigned vessels.
• Member of the emergency response team and participate in emergency response drills and fleet exercises as required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Nautical Science
• Chief Engineer license
• Seagoing experience in a senior technical position on offshore support vessels
• 3+ years of shore-based technical superintendent experience
• Availability to undertake international travel when required
• Strong knowledge of vessel systems, maintenance, and repair procedures
• Solid understanding of ISM, Class, and Flag requirements
• Experience in dry-dock planning and execution
• Strong organizational and budget management skills
• Proficiency with CMMS, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively in a fast-paced operational environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. German is a great plus

Our Commitment:

• Flexible working hours and home office options
• A long-term perspective and career development opportunities
• Employee Benefits, e.g. welfare initiatives, team events, bike-leasing and others
• Working in an international team

Ready for a new challenge in a dynamic, global environment? If so, you have come to the right place! Join us at UOS and be part of something exciting.

Please note that due to the high number of applications only candidates selected to participate on recruiting process next steps will be contacted.