Assistant Engineer Superintendent, Tanker

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Are you ready to transition your sea-going experience into a shore-based engineering career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly experienced technical team supporting a globally traded fleet of tanker vessels. Based in London, this permanent position will give you hands-on exposure to repair planning, compliance, budgeting and long-term projects—while working alongside industry leaders in vessel management.

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client operates in the international shipping sector and manages a diverse fleet of tankers trading worldwide. With a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and engineering performance, they offer a collaborative and progressive environment for technically skilled professionals ready to make their next move ashore.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

In order to be shortlisted for this role, the successful candidate is required to have the following, but not limited to:

Required in order to be shortlisted:

This role requires the successful candidate to hold a Chief Engineer’s Class 1 Certificate of Competency (Unlimited)

You will have sailed onboard a tanker vessel in the capacity of Chief Engineer, 1st Assistant Engineer, or Assistant Chief Engineer

You must have experience with ME-C, ME-B, or ME-GI diesel engine types

Sound knowledge of inspection routines, vessel maintenance, and compliance with Class/statutory requirements is essential

Fluency in written and spoken English is required in order to liaise with crew onboard as well as internal technical and management teams

Additional skills which will be an advantage:

Familiarity with technical project support including dry docking, retrofitting, or MandR

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and use of vessel management systems

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

Providing technical assistance to assigned tanker vessels under supervision of a Senior Engineer Superintendent or Fleet Manager

Monitoring vessel condition, maintenance schedules, and performance standards

Supporting Class and Flag survey arrangements and documentation

Managing service orders and spare part requisitions in line with budget controls

Contributing to long-term projects including upgrades and regulatory compliance (e.g., EU ETS, MRV)

Assisting with preparation of dry docking schedules and attending repair periods as required

Collaborating with crewing personnel and internal departments to ensure smooth vessel operations

Participating in accident/incident investigations and follow-up reporting

Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates with the specific skills and experiences required to fulfil the responsibilities of the role will be contacted for an interview by one of our consultants. Thereafter a detailed job description will be made available for discussion before CVs are submitted to our client for review.

REMUNERATION PACKAGE

A market-related salary based on the level of responsibility for this role is on offer.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Maritime Transportation

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