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Ship SuperintendentMaersk · USA, Virginia, Norfolk, 23510-3300
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Ship Superintendent

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-23 USA, Virginia, Norfolk, 23510-3300 Full-time Hybrid Manufacturing Transport Logistics
💰 Salary US$10,583–US$11,833/mo (US$127,000–US$142,000/yr) 📊 Market US$6,500–US$8,500/mo

About the Company

A Ship Superintendent is responsible for overseeing day to day technical and operational issues pertaining to the assigned vessels. The Ship Superintendent will report to the Director of Technical Operations. A Ship Superintendent is responsible for an estimated 120 million in assets or equivalent program management and has independent expense approval for up to 10 million per year at his/her discretion. These expenses are for the purpose of ship maintenance, engineering, spare parts and repairs. Specific assignments may change periodically depending on the current needs of the company. General Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact with the customer Act as advocate for company Safety culture and actively support timely attention to any Safety issue and encourage all levels of the vessel management function to enhance further safety awareness. Ensure that safety is a top priority in all vessel operations. Responsible for internal program coordination of both operations and engineering to ensure contract or charter party compliance and customer satisfaction. Responsible for daily ship management of assigned vessels Ensure timely and sufficient support to vessels on all operational and technical matters at all times including readiness for cargo Responsible for planning and executing maintenance of the vessels regulatory required equipment and respective documentation Provide oversight for vessel Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure th

Requirements

  • ● USCG License or equivalent international standard - Chief Engineer or experience 1st Engineer, Unlimited Tonnage, any oceans, or container RoRo vessel experience preferred
  • ● Three years shipyard or ship management experience or equivalency with commercial vessels
  • ● B.S. from an accredited institution, degree in marine transportation, marine engineering or equivalent experience is required
  • ● Technical Skills and Competencies Required
  • ● Computer literacy Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planned Maintenance System.
  • ● Project management experience preferred.
  • ● Successful completion of DNV Superintendent certification preferred.
  • ● Good communication skills and can work efficiently with multiple teams ashore and on board.
  • ● A diligent and organized work approach.
  • ● Understand and accept the importance of cost effectiveness.
  • ● Enhanced problem-solving skills and an interest in tackling challenges with innovative solutions, maximizing the use of resources available.
  • ● Travel Requirements: Extensive travel (including foreign travel and travel in cars, boats, ships, and airplanes) will be required to attend to shipyard maintenance, to ride vessels or visit vessels for quality assurance and general management of vessel and crews, and on short notice for casualties, to conduct investigations and to protect the company's reputation, as is required by the contract specifications, or as directed by management.
  • ● Physical Demands & Work Environment :
  • ● The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • ● General office setting, typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work, usually at a computer terminal - with short breaks or lunch period. However, this position requires visits to shipyards and to the vessels for inspections or ship rides. There will be exposure to harsh environmental conditions and navigating confined or elevated spaces is required. There may be some bending/stooping, reaching above shoulder level, walking; standing; carrying of light items such as papers, books or packages of up to 25 pounds. Should be able to hear & speak clearly using phone / headset to communicate with customers; be able to navigate, view & enter information on the computer.
  • ● Physical Demands
  • ● Frequent travel to vessels, shipyards, and repair facilities-often at short notice, including international travel.
  • ● Climbing and mobility: Ability to safely climb ladders, gangways, and scaffolding, and to move through confined spaces, tanks, and machinery areas.
  • ● Physical endurance: Extended periods of walking, standing, bending, or working in awkward positions during inspections.
  • ● Manual handling: Lifting or carrying tools, inspection equipment, and documentation (typically up to 20-25 kg).