Vessel Superintendent

Job Title: Vessel Superintendent
Job Reference: 1613/36
Location: Aberdeen or Lowestoft
Salary: £69,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (plus weekend rota)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

HSB Technical Ltd is working with a leading marine organisation to recruit a Vessel Superintendent (Ref: 1613/36).

This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a fleet of offshore vessels while ensuring safe and efficient technical operations.

You’ll be responsible for all aspects of the vessels’ performance, ensuring they remain compliant, seaworthy, and operating within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage day-to-day technical operations of assigned offshore vessels.


Ensure vessels remain “In Class” and comply with SOLAS, IMO, Class, Flag, and environmental regulations.


Engage with Senior Officers onboard to drive crew and vessel performance.


Collaborate with internal teams to prepare dry dock specifications and schedules.


Maintain vessel budgets, report weekly, and forecast potential overspend.


Supervise port calls and manage attending contractors and safety documentation.


Monitor engine room logs and overall vessel condition.


Liaise with Class, Port State, and Flag representatives for surveys and inspections.


Participate in out-of-hours support rota and emergency response duties.


Promote HSEQ standards across all assigned assets.



Experience Required:

Sea-going Chief Engineer (or equivalent) with relevant offshore support experience.


Previous experience in a shore-based technical role (e.g.

Vessel Superintendent) preferred.


Strong understanding of ship systems, statutory requirements, and compliance frameworks.



Key Skills & Attributes:

Strong leadership and communication skills.


Proactive, organised, and solution-oriented.


Ability to work independently and under pressure.


Excellent reporting and planning skills.



Salary & Benefits:

Salary: £69,656.40


Discretionary Bonus Scheme


Pension: 5% Employer Contribution


Death in Service Cover: 4 x Basic Salary


Private Medical Cover – Self, Single Parent, or Family


AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme


Octopus EV Scheme


Cycle to Work Scheme


Access to PrimeFour Employee Benefits



To Apply:

If you're interested in this role or would like more information, please apply now or contact Lee Chandler