Marine Fleet Technical Manager (Tankers)

Job Summary

This shoreside leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee vessel maintenance, dry dock planning, regulatory compliance, and operational reliability. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of sailing and shoreside technical management experience, supporting both vessel operations and technical personnel across the fleet. Join a well-established maritime organization committed to safety, efficiency, and long-term operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily technical management of assigned tankers and ATBs.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to two Port Engineers supporting the fleet.
• Report to the Vice President of Engineering on fleet performance, maintenance planning, budgeting, and technical initiatives.
• Manage vessel maintenance programs, repair activities, and dry dock projects.
• Coordinate with vessel crews to address operational and technical deficiencies.
• Monitor vessel performance, machinery reliability, and maintenance budgets.
• Ensure compliance with USCG, ABS/Class, Flag State, and environmental regulations.
• Support inspections, audits, and regulatory visits.
• Review technical reports, planned maintenance systems, and procurement needs.
• Collaborate with operations, HSE, and crewing departments to promote safe and efficient vessel operations.
• Assist in troubleshooting major engineering issues and casualty response when necessary.
• Participate in long-term capital planning and fleet reliability initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from a Maritime Academy in Marine Engineering or a closely related field preferred; alternatively, significant sailing experience as a Chief Engineer aboard tankers, ATBs, or oceangoing commercial vessels will be considered.
• Prior shoreside technical management or senior Port Engineer experience strongly preferred.
• Proven experience supporting Jones Act vessels is required.
• Strong knowledge of USCG regulations, ABS/Class requirements, and marine engineering systems.
• Experience managing dry dockings, major overhauls, and repair projects.
• Tanker and/or ATB operational experience highly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing technical personnel or engineering teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to support fleet operations and shipyard activities.
• Former Chief Engineer with transition into shoreside technical management, especially with tanker, tug/barge, or petroleum transportation experience, is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with planned maintenance systems and marine technical budgeting.
• Experience leading Port Engineers or multi-vessel technical operations is a plus.