About the role

AI summarised

The Repair Manager plays a crucial role in leading and supervising the execution of production works for vessel refits, conversions, or new builds. This role involves comprehensive project management, rigorous WSH administration, contract and cost control, and maintaining excellent customer relations with ship owners and superintendents.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead project teams to manage and supervise the execution of production works, ensuring on-time delivery of assigned projects.
Monitor work progress on board vessels and in workshops, allocating manpower and equipment resources as needed.
Chair production meetings between subcontractors, supervisors, and ship's staff to clarify scope, coordinate work sequence, and update schedules.
Ensure all works meet job specifications regarding quantity, quality, and Class/Owner requirements by developing commissioning test plans.
Act as the shipyard’s main representative, responsible for the refit/conversion/new build according to owner's contractual specifications.
Administer project specifications and incorporate any changes into the defect list, assisting in quoting variations and facilitating billing.
Serve as the key contact person for customers, providing high-level service to Superintendents and Ship’s Officers.
Chair the Vessel’s Safety Co-ordination Committee Meetings to ensure safe execution of high-risk works.

Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or relevant apprenticeship training in a marine trade.
Minimum 2 years of experience in the marine industry.
Strong leadership skills and ability to be a good team player.
Possess excellent interpersonal skills for client management.
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure.
Knowledge of various workshops dealing with specialized marine industry works.