Assistant Technical Superintendent

Purpose of the Position:

Assist Fleet Managers, Deputy Fleet Manager and Superintendents in supporting the repair, maintenance and operation of ATC vessels. 

Core Job Functions:  

• Assure vessel compliance to OSG Safety, Quality and Environmental (SQE) Policy
• Assist in the Supervising of maintenance and repair to optimize vessel availability while protecting asset value
• Logistical support of vendor repairs

• Assist in creating and monitoring vessel operating budgets

• Support shore side operations department in repair and maintenance for vessels including routine voyage repairs, regulatory surveys, dry docking shipyard events, emergencies, casualties and modifications.  Extensive shipyard attendance required
• Attend vessels on regular basis to assure crew compliance to OSG SQE program and to verify vessel maintenance and asset preservation
• Assist in maintaining technical files including service report, machinery history, and regulatory required documentation
• Assist in monitoring maintenance budget including routine and major maintenance as well as engine consumables
• Monitor and assure maintenance software (NS5) is utilized properly, verifying repairs and maintenance are properly reported and standard jobs are followed
• Participate in office and shipboard ISM audits
• Assist in tracking and responding to SQE SDRs when associated with technical issues
• Assist in the tracking and approval of engine spares and stores requirements
• Assist Technical Superintendent or other engineering personnel in technical matters relating to the proper functioning of the technical staff
• Represent OSG in a professional manner to provide efficient and economic service to all customers

Core Competencies: 

• Bachelor’s degree in marine field, Maritime Academy graduate preferred, or five years equivalent experience required
• Knowledge of ABS / NS5 or similar software helpful
• Knowledge and understanding of American Bureau of Shipping, United States Coast Guard and international regulations and protocols relating to company vessels required
• United State Coast Guard license of Second Assistant or higher preferred
• Strong computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office products required

Significant Factors:

• Written and verbal communications at all organizational levels in a clear and concise manner
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks requiring solid planning, control, review and cost projection/variance analysis skills
• Highly developed prioritization and organizational skills and attention to detail
• High level of analytical skill and process management ability
• Ability to drive long distances (up to 5 hours) and/or travel by air to various US ports possibly requiring overnight stays
• Ability to board vessels in port (requires using a gangway with a grade of 30-60 degrees)
• Ability to climb ladders and navigate over uneven surfaces during vessel visits
• Ability to board vessels at anchor (climb a Jacob’s ladder from a water taxi)
• Possess good sensory perception (sight, smell, hearing, touch)
• Ability to enter and inspect confined spaces
• Willingness to remain accessible for communication and consultation on an around the clock basis and work unusual hours,

        including nights and weekends as required