Assistant Vessel Superintendent

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. Assist the Vessel Technical Superintendent with safe and cost-effective management of vessel plant and machinery .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeAberdeenshire • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in vessel management, including compliance with BS EN ISO 9001:2015 and the International Safety Management Code. Proficient in technical project management, maintenance planning, and inventory control within marine engineering contexts.

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HNC / HND Or Degree Qualified In EngineeringSTCW Marine Engineer QualificationVessel Maintenance PlanningCompliance With HSES RequirementsTechnical Project Management

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Hard Skills

Vessel ManagementMaintenance PlanningCondition MonitoringTechnical SpecificationsBudget ControlReport WritingInventory ManagementSafety ManagementContractual AdviceEnvironmental Compliance

Soft Skills

Ability To Work Under PressureTeam LeadershipInterdepartmental CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Business Management SystemClass Rules ComplianceTechnical Assurance ProcessesMarine Engineering ToolsCondition Monitoring Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

STCW Marine Engineer Qualification

Industry Keywords

Marine EngineeringVessel Technical ManagementISO 9001:2015 ComplianceInternational Safety Management CodeClassification Societies

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Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Vessel Technical Superintendent with safe and cost-effective management of vessel plant and machinery
Provide daily support to vessels
Ensure timely procurement of spares and maintenance of vessel inventory
Maintain an overview of critical vessel spares
Ensure planned maintenance tasks do not exceed due dates and comply with the MSI process
Provide office/site administrative support, including technical specifications, budget control, and report writing
Review compliance with BS EN ISO 9001:2015 and the International Safety Management Code
Review condition monitoring reports and ensure alarms and warnings are acted upon
Follow up actions with vessel staff and the Technical Superintendent
Liaise with classification societies and flag states to maintain compliance with current rules and regulations
Ensure class surveys are completed before their due dates
Assist with annual vessel condition assessment reports
Verify adherence to class rules, safety and environmental requirements, and ISM during site visits
Review technical items captured in vessel assurance and ensure appropriate action
Update planned maintenance routines for new, modified, or maintained equipment
Provide technical, contractual, and commercial advice to interdepartmental teams
Comply with the Business Management System
Advise the Technical Superintendent of foreseeable contractual, commercial, and technical problems
Perform additional tasks requested by the Vessel Technical Superintendent or Senior Manager Marine

Requirements

What you’ll need

HNC / HND or degree qualified in a relevant engineering or project management discipline
Proven background in one’s own specific discipline
Ability to react and continue delivering results to a high standard under pressure
Previous marine-related employment in a practical hands-on/site role or office-based engineering role
STCW Marine Engineer qualification
Ability to lead or participate in a strong technical project management team
Maintain behaviour in compliance with HSES requirements
Report unsafe or environmentally unsound acts and conditions to the immediate supervisor

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunities and inclusion
Diverse and inclusive working environment
Career development opportunities
Varied and fulfilling career opportunities
Global collaboration environment