Fleet Manager - Technical
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
We are recruiting for an Engineering leader to direct the technical management of a fleet of vessels. Ideally you will have sailed as a Chief Engineer on dry bulk vessels and have five years of shoreside technical management experience.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Manage activities of the ocean going fleet
Responsible for fleet CAPEX and OPEX including dry dock periods
Oversee day to day operations and activities communicating with internal and external parties
Reviews ship’s maintenance records and recommends improvements in maintenance cycles
Provide leadership role for internal and external relationships
Provide oversight of technical superintendents to support vessel operations
Oversees vessel’s procurement activities
Oversees all HSE and regulatory matters regarding vessel operations
Periodically evaluates personnel and works collaboratively with third party managers regarding crew
Represent the company at industry, government and community events
Perform shipboard visits in support of operations and fleet management
Participates in planning technical budgets, capital improvement programs, dry-dock operations
BACKGROUND PROFILE:
University Degree in Marine Engineering or Naval Architecture or related field
Chief Engineer’s License, Unlimited Horsepower - dry bulk sailing preferred
Prior fleet management experience
Experience planning and managing dry dock periods
Experience with dry docks in China and Turkey is a plus
Experience with Bulk Carriers - self-unloaders - is a plus
Excellent communication and leadership skills
5+ years shoreside experience involving technical management
Experience liaising with Class Societies and regulatory bodies
Able to legally work in the USA.