Functions & Responsibilities
- Responsible for implementing and maintaining safe, cost-efficient and environmental operational standards in compliance with HSSEQ System of a given Fleet Group.
- Manage the assigned Fleet Group in accordance with the HSSEQ and current office procedures.
- Day-to-day management and leadership of a team of dedicated and experienced Vessel Managers.
- Monitor vessels’ performance trend and take necessary remedial actions to optimize operations.
- Advise Master and Chief Engineer directly on important issues.
- Plan, manage, execute and monitor repairs, dry dockings and conversions within agreed budgets in conjunction with the appointed Vessel Managers.
- Ensure the quality of work in the group complies with customer expectations and complies with recognized ship management standards.
- Ensure instructions given to staff in the Fleet Group are being followed up and adequately recorded for future reference.
- Ensure that staff are filing all correspondence according to company policy.
- Review and approve bi-annual, tri-annual or quarterly management reports as agreed with each Principal, as well as Vessel Manager visit reports and ensure these are sent out within the agreed time.
- Co-ordinate preparation of Annual Operating Budgets for each vessel and present this to Senior Management for approval within the time limits.
- Review and approve all financial reporting to the Owners on a monthly basis or as deemed necessary / agreed with the Owner.
- Ensure that the Senior Officers on board the ships are kept updated on budget deviation and initiate corrective action in co-operation with the ship as required.
- Preparing and following up quotations and project proposals.
- Report matters which may become Insurance cases to the Insurance Manager immediately and agree on further reporting. Assist Insurance Manager in the preparation of the required claim documentation.
- Oversee that purchase of spare parts and consumables within the Fleet Group are being carried out in compliance with Company policy and assess major purchasing orders, which require Fleet Group Manager’s authority.
- Be part of the Emergency Response Team, ref. Thome Contingency Plan.
- Provide input to the Manning Department on recruitment of Senior Officers for the assigned vessels as well as rotation planning.
- Interaction with various departments in a constructive manner, crewing, accounting, marine etc.
- Actively participate in training and education of new superintendents & other staff as required.
Education and qualification
- Class 1 Certificate of Competency
- Class 2 Certificate of Competency and University qualification
Experience
- Previous experience as Chief Engineer for a minimum of 2 years on-board is essential. A proven track record as Superintendent in a reputable shore based Shipping Company is necessary.
