Marine Electrical Superintendent

Liverpool
3 months ago
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Location: Liverpool

Salary: 45,000 to 50,000

Reports to: Fleet Technical Superintendent

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Marine Electrical Superintendent to join a Liverpool-based technical team supporting a fleet of owned and managed vessels. The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of marine electrical resources and will provide technical support to vessel superintendents and wider operational management.

Key Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

Maintain and update Marine/Safety/Engineering department databases.
Assist with the preparation of docking specifications, reports, and maintenance documentation.
Supervise electrical work and testing during surveys, dockings, overhauls and repairs, ensuring clear communication about emerging issues affecting scope or cost.
Collaborate with technical management to plan maintenance schedules, resource requirements and work programmes.
Provide marine electrical engineering support to internal departments across the business.
Liaise with port authorities, consultants, shipyards, contractors and suppliers as required.
Conduct daily reviews and updates of HELM/Dynamics for assigned vessels, ensuring all electrical tasks and defects are accurately recorded.
Coordinate contractor activity, obtain quotations, and follow appropriate approval processes.
Promote a strong safety and environmental culture in line with company policy.
Attend technical meetings and contribute to system and process improvements.

Key Accountabilities

Ensure electrical issues raised on board fleet vessels are promptly investigated and resolved safely and consistently.
Verify vessel compliance with relevant electrical legislation and standards.
Support vessel engineers in the maintenance and updating of HELM/Dynamics maintenance systems.
Provide accurate feedback on completed tasks, outstanding work, asset condition and any additional requirements.
Carry out periodic inspections and testing of safety devices, including megger testing of marine assets.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 2 years' experience as a Ship's Electrician, EOOW, or equivalent role (essential).
Background in shipbuilding or ship repair.
Strong understanding of diesel engines, propulsion system controls and monitoring systems.
Competent IT skills, including a good working knowledge of Excel.
Thorough understanding of risk assessments, safe working practices, permit-to-work systems, and lock-out/tag-out procedures, with the willingness to support their implementation.

Skills & Attributes

Passion for marine engineering and mechanical systems.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and within time-critical environments.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to respond efficiently to queries.
Well-organised and detail-focused.
Effective time management abilities.
Strong problem-solving skills, particularly in complex or challenging situations.
Physically fit with good stamina to meet the demands of the role.
Flexibility to work outside normal hours, including weekends, when operational needs require.

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