Technical Superintendent - Penzance, United Kingdom - Isles of Scilly Steamship Company

Isles of Scilly Steamship Company

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Penzance, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

TECHNICAL SUPERINTENDENT (FIXED TERM)

An opportunity has arisen for a Technical Superintendent on a three year Fixed Term role during the Company's new vessels build.

Responsible to:

CEO

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Vessels Chief Engineers

Job description:

You will be responsible for ensuring all company vessels are maintained in a safe and seaworthy condition in accordance with the requirements/instructions issued by the Company, flag state and classification societies.

Your responsibilities will include overseeing dry docking of vessels and planned and unplanned maintenance. This role will be based in Penzance, Cornwall but will require local travel to the Isles of Scilly. You will report to the
CEO.

The Isles of Scilly Steamship Company celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2020 and has now entered an exciting period of its vessel replacement project which will see replacement of its passenger ferry, cargo vessel and inter-island launch.

Duties and responsibilities:

Manage both planned and unplanned maintenance of vessels.

Ensure planned maintenance system is maintained and drive improvements in both the system and vessels maintenance and meet both local and international regulations and class requirements.

Plan and oversee dry dockings of company vessels,

Prepare and manage technical projects as required.

Prepare and ensure departmental budgets are met within areas of responsibility.

Be on call to support vessel operations as required, working with freight and passenger departments as necessary.

Responsible for coded work boats maintenance operating around the Isles of Scilly marine matters, - safety of navigation, certification etc.

Be active in maintaining ISM system requirements for vessels, including but not limited to maintenance, defects, engineers competence, spares, stores, vessel inspections as required, safe operations.

Performing audits as required. Proactive in vessel staff recruitment.

Active member of company emergency response team,

Represent the company as required at stakeholder meetings as required.

Deputise for the DPO

Produce reports as required regarding technical matters.

Main contacts:

(a) Internal - Vessels masters, chief engineers, ship staff, company management, HR, Finance. Freight department.

(b) External - Suppliers, contractors, shipyards, regulatory authorities, harbour authorities & customers.

Qualifications and experience:

Strong background in marine engineering with a minimum of 5 years experience sailing in a senior engineering position at sea.

Chief Engineer Class

III/2 certificate of competency.
Previous experience in a shore based management position such as technical superintendent or vessel manager.
The role would also suit a seagoing chief engineer looking to progress their career and gain experience working ashore in a marine management role.
Experience with TM Master would be an advantage, although support will be provided to familiarise with the company's planned maintenance and procurement system.
Knowledge of the area and Isles of Scilly will be advantageous.

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Applicants must hold Right to Work in the UK.

Job Type:
Fixed term contract

Contract length: 36 months

Benefits: