Assistant Dry Docking Commercial Superintendent

Assistant Dry Docking Commercial Superintendent

Situated within Singapore's vibrant maritime hub, Berge Bulk leads innovation in the shipping industry. Embracing their vision of leading the world towards a zero-carbon future through safe, efficient, and sustainable shipping practices, Berge Bulk is making significant strides in technological advancements. With a goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025, Berge Bulk is actively shaping the future of shipping. This strategic pursuit reflects their commitment to maritime technology leadership.

Purpose of the Job

The Assistant Dry Docking Commercial Superintendent reports to the Senior Dry-Docking Commercial Superintendent. This position is responsible for planning, preparation and follow up with the shipyards on the fleet vessels drydocking projects. This will be performed in close coordination with the commercial and the Fleet Management department.

Responsibilities

• To assist the Senior Dry-Docking Commercial Superintendent in the review of the Dry-Dock repair specifications submissions and partner with stakeholders to ensure completeness and clarity on dry-docking activities required.
• Liaise with Shipyards' representatives to provide dock space and progress updates and monitor repair projects.
• Control the overall dry-docking expenses to be within the approved budget.
• Prepare weekly financial progress reports to assist the attending Superintendent on the status of the projects during the course of repairs at shipyard.
• Monitor costs and highlight increases or decreases in cost; report findings weekly.
• Support the Senior Dry-Docking Commercial Superintendent in the preparation of the Dry-Docking variance report or shipyard bill settlement.
• Assist in the preparation of the yearly Dry-Docking budget and maintain an updated 5-year docking schedule.
• Update the database for dry-docking (e.g., history of hull painting, hold painting, and tank painting) to assist management decision making.
• Track KPIs related to the Dry Dock Department; assist planning of yard and onboard inspections, etc.
• Issue POs to suppliers/vendors for dry-docking spares and services; ensure invoices are reviewed and cleared in time.
• Follow up and address discrepancies between PO and invoice amounts; ensure payments are made by due date.
• Provide support for audits and manage vendors/contractors/suppliers/shipyards on the quality of materials and services provided.
• Involvement in special projects and programs as directed by the Head of Department - Dry Docking and Repairs.

The ideal candidate is able to work independently and possesses good interpersonal and communication skills and is a great team player. He/she is positive, self-motivated and enjoys constant challenges and developing innovative solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience of managing dry docking of vessels or having worked in a dry-docking commercial position in a shipping company or as an estimator in a shipyard.
• Prior experience as a superintendent in a shipping company or experience from a shipyard will be beneficial.
• Computer literacy in MS Office, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Travel

Reduced travel requirements

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Maritime Transportation
• Shipbuilding
• Boilers, Tanks, and Shipping Container Manufacturing

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