Main Responsibilities
Maintenance Planning and Execution:

• Develop, implement, and maintain preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance schedules for all vessels and onboard equipment.
• Coordinate routine and non-routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Liaise with captains, chief engineers, and technical teams for planning dry dockings, overhauls, and repairs.
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks in line with class and flag state requirements.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports for audits and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with safety, environmental, and maritime regulations.
• Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting of technical issues onboard.
• Manage the process of equipment repair, servicing, and return.
• Coordinate with third-party service providers and shipyards for outsourced maintenance activities, and recommend or select the most suitable provider to minimize failure risk.

Budgeting and Resource Control:

• Assist in preparing and managing the maintenance budget, including dry-docking and capital expenditure.
• Monitor actual 3rd l spending against forecasts and ensure cost efficiency in maintenance operations.
• Monitor spare parts and consumables inventory; raise purchase requests as needed.
• Review and approve requisitions for spare parts, consumables, and technical services.
• Negotiate with suppliers, shipyards, and contractors to ensure cost-effective procurement and quality service delivery.

Technical Oversight and Supervision:

• Supervise the technical condition of engines, propulsion systems, generators, navigation, communication, and safety equipment.
• Ensure adherence to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards and best engineering practices.
• Conduct regular inspections of vessels to assess maintenance needs and operational readiness.
• Monitor fuel, lube oil, and spare parts consumption, initiating corrective actions to minimize wastage and downtime.
• Request for tools, hardware and software, and manpower, required to develop and improve in-house capabilities of key maintenance activities.

Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all vessels meet regulatory requirements, including those from NIMASA, Class, Flag, ISM, and ISPS codes.
• Implement and enforce safety and environmental policies related to technical operations.
• Maintain readiness for audits and inspections conducted by regulatory bodies or clients.

Team Coordination and Supervision:

• Lead and supervise the technical crew and shore-based maintenance personnel.
• Conduct performance appraisals, training, and competency development for engineering staff.
• Foster collaboration with the operations and logistics teams to align maintenance schedules with operational plans.
• Develop an action plan or schedule for every emergency / unplanned maintenance, follow up with all stakeholders including management, crew and vendors to ensure timely and quality maintenance event.
• Initiate, set, and enforce various maintenance KPI’s and perform bi-annual presentation to management to set future goals and monitor efficiency and compliance within the maintenance function.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Prepare regular reports on vessel maintenance status, downtime, performance metrics, and incidents.
• Maintain up-to-date technical files, maintenance logs, and certification records.
• Recommend technical upgrades and improvement initiatives in conjunction with equipment OEM to enhance vessel efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering or technical management field.
• Minimum of 7–10 years’ experience in vessel maintenance or engineering management, including at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with offshore support or security escort vessels preferred.
• Strong knowledge of marine propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery, electrical systems, and onboard safety equipment.
• Familiarity with NIMASA, IMO, and Class regulations.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software, and Microsoft office packages
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

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