Fleet Technical Manager (Bulk)
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- £75,000 to £80,000
- Permanent
- Tom Settle
- +44 23 9232 2359
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Fleet Technical Manager (Bulk) – Permanent – SW London – £80k plus benefits
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well established shipping company based South West of London. The role is primarily office based with infrequent travel to visit vessels worldwide as/when required.
Reporting to the Technical Director, The Fleet Technical Manager will be responsible for ensuring the operational efficiency, safety, and compliance of the fleet. This position requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership, and project management skills to optimize the performance and maintenance of the vessels.
Responsibilities include:
* Oversee daily technical activities and maintenance relating to a fleet of bulk carriers ensuring safe, reliable & cost-effective operations
* Ensure that all vessels are operated and maintained according to international maritime safety standards and regulations
* Ensure compliance with local and international regulations, including Vetting, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, and flag state requirements.
* Develop and manage the technical budget for fleet operations, ensuring cost-effective solutions for vessel repairs, maintenance, and upgrades.
* Lead, mentor, and coordinate a team of technical superintendents & engineers
Experience Required:
* Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field (desirable)
* Strong understanding of ship classification societies, flag state requirements, and international maritime conventions.
* Ability to manage and lead a multidisciplinary team effectively.
* Have a commitment to environmental compliance and an interest in enhancing vessels’ efficiency
* Be experienced in incident investigation, root cause analysis and have a commitment to enhancing safety and welfare
* Experience working for a Classification Society (Highly desirable)
* Have experience in ISM/ISPS/MLC Auditing as well as Rightship Vetting / MER / FMG / BHP etc
Must have the right to work in the UK to apply. You will receive a salary in the range of £80k DOE plus other benefits.
To apply, please contact Tom Settle on 02392 322359 or send your CV to tsettle@navis-consulting.com
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