Engineering Manager

Topaz Marine

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP547-177

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Reporting directly to the Head of Central Technical Services provide support and manage, in the most cost effective and efficient way, all aspects encompassing engineering support for the Topaz Fleet and new build vessels.

Technical
- Responsible for providing engineering support with regard to; dockings, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, new equipment installations and conversions on the existing fleet of vessels.
- Responsible for providing engineering support for new vessel orders; during the planning stage, whilst under construction and post construction. This will include; drawing and equipment approvals Class requirements, build monitoring and attending tests and trials as required.
- Giving engineering support in the form of plans, calculations, designs etc. for Dockings, Special surveys, Upgrades, Modifications, Breakdowns, Major accidents / Incidents, Projects. Also: supporting Technical Procurement, Insurance matters and P&I claims.
- Travel to site to support above activities as and when required.
- Ensure Engineering team members are trained, coached, and mentored.
- Manage the activities and involvement of support functions for engineering including yard personnel, OEM service engineers, sub-contractors and service providers.
- Interact with Head Office Depts. and regional offices to promote a good working relationship and to ensure effective communication and support is provided.
- Liaise with Country Managers and Regional Technical parties regarding any engineering issue.
- In conjunction with group legal and central procurement interact with Insurance Brokers and Underwriters by proving engineering assistance in support of any claim.

Planning and Cost Control
- Oversee and have input into preparation of project / docking / repair specifications including liaising with Central Procurement to identify and source suitable vendors, services and equipment to support the activity.
- In conjunction with Central procurement negotiate with equipment and material providers, suppliers, vendors, OEM’s, and other service providers to optimize purchasing costs and ensure technical compatibility.
- Oversee and have input into the preparation of tender documents including establishing costs / budgets / programmes and be part of subsequent bid / tender evaluations.
- Contribute to the appraisal and selection of repair yards, new building yards and technical service providers.
- Control the engineering input costs of vessels in line with the agreed budget/requirements and reporting any deviations to management.
- With inputs from the commercial dept. and regional management, co-ordinate, prepare and submit individual vessel plans and specifications to suit tender/charterer requirements. This may include the addition on new equipment, changes in accommodation capacity etc. All of which must be undertaken in line with Class, Flag and other statutory requirements.

Other Functions
- Understand internal and customer organization, assets, investment strategy, fleet operations and priorities
- Maintain high technical knowledge and ensure personal development through training and self-development
- Participate in annual review and evaluate projects to determine success and how improvements can be made in the future report and present findings.

Requirements

- BSc. Engineering / B. Tech – Marine / Mechanical / Naval Architecture
- 7+ years in New Building Yard as Engineering / Technical Manager
- 5+ years in Ship Repair Yard

Job-Specific Skills:
- Technical expertise in Ship design and development and ship systems integration.
- Structural Design Experience a must.
- Proficient in 2D/3D AutoCad, Ship Stability and Finite Element Analysis Software;
- Thorough knowledge of major Class Society rules, regulations and requirements and competent with the application of these on vessels. (ABS, DNV-GL, BV).
- Planned Maintenance System knowledge (AMOS, NS5).

About the Company

It is Topaz Marine's Vision to be the marine service provider of choice delivering un-matched value through the highest standards of professionalism and the efficient use of capital employed.

Enhance its reputation as a marine operator with a fleet of young quality vessels operated by knowledgeable, friendly and skilled employees with focus on training and safety.

Consolidate its position in the market for long-term contracts, expand geographical spread of operations, meet the demand for more specialized offshore equipment and work as partners with leading companies in the offshore oil & gas market.

Provide customized solutions to customers using the latest technology.

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