Fleet Superintendent / Technical Superintendent (m/f/d) (Schifffahrtskaufmann/-frau - Linienfahrt)

"Keep the Ships afloat, in proper shape, sailing and earning!" The Fleet / Technical Superintendent (Role located in DE-Hamburg) acts as the owner’s technical representative, overseeing the operational and technical performance of assigned vessels. The role involves close cooperation with onboard teams, shipyards, and external stakeholders to ensure seaworthiness, regulatory compliance, and cost-efficient vessel operations.

Fleet Superintendent / Technical Superintendent (m/f/d)

The Job:

- Monitor the technical and operational performance of assigned container vessels
- Initiate inspections, define repair scopes, and coordinate procurement in line with class and regulatory requirements
- Supervise technical interventions and liaise with shipyards, classification societies, and service providers
- Review technical incidents, challenge root cause analyses, and implement continuous improvement measures
- Act as primary contact for captains, chief engineers, internal stakeholders, and external partners
- Prepare and control vessel budgets and support cost optimisation initiatives
- Maintain vessel documentation, certificates, and compliance with international maritime regulations
- Monitor fuel, oil, and technical consumption and support efficiency improvements
- Travel to vessels, ports, and project sites as required

Your Profile:

- Chief Engineer / Second Engineer license or degree in Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering
- Minimum 5 years seagoing or relevant technical experience, including at least 1 year in a shore-based role
- Strong knowledge of international maritime regulations and vessel technical systems
- Fluent English skills and confident use of common IT tools
- Analytical mindset, strong communication skills, and structured working style
- Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis
- Valid work authorization for / residence in Germany is advantageous

The Benefits:

- Diverse technical role within a global maritime environment at one of the market leaders
- Modern office environment in central Hamburg
- Career development opportunities within an international organisation
- Public transport contribution and additional, individual employee benefits

Our client is a global maritime organisation managing a modern fleet of container vessels. The company combines technical fleet management, crew operations, and performance optimisation, with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Contact:
Michael Fahr - Head of Shipping Port Activities
Telefon : 4940 59352320
Mobil : 49 1622900525
Mail : [email protected]