We are looking for a Technical Superintendent who takes care of our unique fleet across the five continents.
You will be responsible for monitoring technical performance of assigned vessels, preparing dockings, writing specifications, initiating and supervising all necessary maintenance and inspections.
As our Technical Superintendent, you will work in line with KOTUG technical standards and provide feedback for further improvements, prepare, manage and maintain work in- and on time, budget and quality.
With your workplace at the head quarters in Rotterdam, you will need to travel overseas.
Duties and responsibilities: Monitors safety performance of subcontracted work on ships and or yards.
Prepare dockings, give input in Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) and Planned Maintenance (PM) budget for country.
Monitor and report on technical budget and financial performance.
Preparation of full detailed specifications for all subcontracted work.
Contribution to delivery and supervision of subcontracted work, including authorization of purchase orders, control invoices and managing overruns.
Execute regular inspection of vessel status.
Administrate and file technical documentation.
Monitor, steer and report on technical performance and work in close cooperation with Captains and Chief Engineers.
Inform and motivate local Port Engineers.
Give feedback on performance and development goals of chief engineers and captains to Director Operations and Corporate Technical Manager.
Provision of second line technical support and advice to Chief Engineers.
Monitor Class and Flag state requirements.
Prepare, facilitate, supervise and administrate required surveys and certificates.
Release ships after certification.
Build proper insurance case on behalf of ship owner (e.g., invite Class Survey, independent surveyor, collect data, etc.).
Define in cooperation with procurement requested goods and services.
Preparation and submission of purchase orders.
Develop and maintain optimal relationships with relevant suppliers and subcontractors.
Ensure structured and efficient warehousing.
Ensure efficient logistics from and to fleet and between ports.
Ensure economic and efficient stock/spare part control.
Mentor and coach junior technical staff.
Create awareness for KOTUG technical standard.
Signalize deviations, give feedback to technical staff and management.
Support and take all necessary actions in case of emergencies.
Who are we looking for? An engineer with relevant work experience, working from the Rotterdam office and willing to travel abroad.
Our Ideal candidate has the following competencies: Excellent analytical skills; keeps the overview, is able to prioritize and gets to the core of the problem.
Organizational, planning and time management skills.
Ability to provide leadership to chief engineers, Captains and subcontractors; takes accountability.
Flexible. Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
Our offer: Full-time position Travel to projects and vessels overseas Working with an impressive fleet of unique vessels Perfect free lunches and good coffee About KOTUG: KOTUG is a leading maritime family-owned company, offering its innovative towage and maritime related services on a global scale.
KOTUG is firmly committed to the highest industry standards of health, safety, environment, quality, and security.
Adding value by sustainability-focused innovations, KOTUG provides the complete portfolio based on a combination of long-standing knowledge and advanced technologies.
From designing, building, chartering and operating vessels to training people and providing innovative consultancy services.
The company's expertise is divided across five pillars: Towage, Training & Consultancy, Intelligence, Subsea and Maritime Excellence.
KOTUG is active in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Middle East, North and South America and the Caribbean and continues to expand its operations worldwide.
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