Marine Technical Superintendent - Offshore Support Vessels at Deepwater Engineering Limited (DEL)

Deepwater Engineering Limited (DEL) is a multi-discipline service provider formed by experienced professionals with years of direct experience within the major offshore Oil and Gas industry. The management has extensive experience of providing quality services in its areas of expertise.

Originally specialised in underwater NDT and inspection of offshore drilling rigs, shipping vessels, platforms and FPSO for classification societies such as ABS, DNV, BV, Lloyds, etc. Since then, we have expanded our services to carry out all types of Offshore and Onshore construction, inspection, salvage, support and maintenance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Marine Technical Superintendent - Offshore Support Vessels

Location: Nigeria (Expat position)

Job Description

• Join our growing team in Nigeria as a Marine Technical Superintendent, responsible for the overall technical management and operational excellence of our offshore support vessels.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily maintenance, repairs, budgeting, survey scheduling, inspections, and dry-dockings
• Ensure vessels operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Class, Statutory, and Company standards
• Manage technical budgets, procurement of supplies, and installation of third-party equipment (e.g., Diving, ROV)
• Ensure vessel technical documentation and PMS records are up to date
• Conduct Chief Engineer appraisals at contract completion
• Participate in tender preparation and evaluation of repair yards and technical service providers
• Provide timely technical advice and support to onboard crew and clients regarding vessel performance
• Maintain vessel classification status and ensure timely survey reporting
• Monitor and support onboard Planned Preventive Maintenance (PMS) for cost-effective operations
• Prepare accurate dry-docking specifications and supervise repairs to completion
• Liaise effectively with Masters, Chief Engineers, Class societies, repair yards, and sub-contractors

Requirements

• Hands-on sailing experience as a Chief Engineer on offshore support vessels - minimum 5 years
• Unlimited STCW ’95 Chief Engineer’s License (Motor) or an Engineering Degree / Diploma in Mechanics / Electromechanical Engineering
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Computer literacy and proficiency in technical reporting systems
• Strong budgeting and project management abilities.
• Solid knowledge of Class and Statutory regulations, PMS implementation, and industry best practices (IMCA guidelines)

What We Offer

• Attractive salary package with HMO and pension plan
• Rotational or office-based schedule (depending on operational needs)
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic offshore environment with a professional team.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV, including a complete Certification Pack to: [email protected] using "Marine Technical Superintendent – Offshore Support Vessels" as the subject of the email.

Application Deadline  5th July, 2025.