Technical Superintendent (Main Fleet)— SPM Shipping (Dubai, UAE)
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SPM Shipping — a leading ship-owning company based in Dubai — is hiring a Technical Superintendent to join our technical team. This role blends office-based fleet oversight with field operations to ensure the safe, efficient and regulatory-compliant operation of our vessels.
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Overview
SPM Shipping — a leading ship-owning company based in Dubai — is hiring a Technical Superintendent to join our technical team.
This role blends office-based fleet oversight with field operations to ensure the safe, efficient and regulatory-compliant operation of our vessels.
International travel for drydocks, inspections and emergency response is required.
Employment Type
Full-time (Office-based with field operations)
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- Please submit your CV, relevant certificates and references (link or email)
- What you’ll do
- Oversee fleet technical operations and performance, working closely with Technical Managers and Superintendents.
- Ensure full compliance with Class, Flag State and Port State requirements; prepare vessels for PSC, SIRE and RightShip inspections.
- Conduct owner-perspective vessel inspections and onboard technical inspections (pre-purchase, VIR, drydock prep).
- Approve procurement for spare parts and services; monitor OPEX and control maintenance costs.
- Supervise drydock and major repairs internationally to ensure timely, safe and cost-effective execution.
- Coordinate service engineers, contractors and insurance/settlement processes with the Fleet Manager.
- Lead emergency response and breakdown management with minimal operational disruption.
- Review monthly technical reports, maintain KPIs and provide performance recommendations.
- Participate in recruitment for vessel management roles as needed.
- Minimum requirements (essential)
- Fresh or 1–2 years shore-based superintendent experience in a shipping company.
- Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency (CoC) with at least 6 months’ sailing experience at the rank.
- Experience on oil/chemical tankers.
- Familiarity with Classification Society and Flag State processes.
- Excellent English (written & verbal).
- Ability to work under pressure, manage priorities, and travel internationally for drydocks/inspections.
- Strong leadership and team-management skills.
- Desirable (preferred)
- Experience with gas carriers.
- Postgraduate qualification in management or related field will be added benefit.
- Familiarity with ME-C, ME-B, RT-FLEX, Dual-Fuel engines and modern fleet systems.
- Strong analytical skills for KPI/report assessment.
Why join SPM Shipping?
- Work with a professional, international team focused on maritime asset excellence.
- Hands-on role with opportunities to lead drydocks, major repairs and critical technical projects.
- Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.
- Interested candidates — please send your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
- *Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*
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