Technical Superintendent

Hill Robinson is a leading independent yacht management company, looking after some of the world’s most spectacular superyachts. We offer unparalleled services to our clientele from our 12 bases worldwide to assist in running their yachts and estates safely and efficiently and providing a fantastic service to enable our clients to enjoy their luxury asset.

We are growing and have a really exciting opportunity for a newly created role as Technical Superintendent.

**Objectives and Responsibilities**
- The Technical Superintendent will be the yachts principal point of contact on all technical matters and provide emergency technical support. The TS will be fully integrated into and work closely with the Client Service Team members, comprised of Fleet Yacht Managers and Account Managers, as well as with the Compliance Department, and Refit Project Managers and be responsible for overseeing the day to day technical requirements, handle insurance claims, perform or assist during ISM/ISPS/MLC Internal Audits on behalf of the Company, maintain yacht’s Class & Flag certification, attend onboard Class & Flag surveys for the yacht(s) under his responsibility. The TM will proactively follow-up on ISM matters, Defects, Non-conformities, and Incidents as may be of a technical nature whether in Engineering, Deck, Bridge, IT, Interior and Galley Departments
- Running Cost Budgets - The TS will be responsible to accurately predict all and any running costs related to the technical operation of the vessels, including but not limited to Fuel, and other technical consumables; spare parts required for any eventuality when operating in remote locations etc.
- TS will be responsible in part for helping with planning refit / maintenance periods. This will be a direct cooperation with Refit Project Managers to ensure all and any information regarding technical problems or planned maintenance of systems and all required Class and Flag Surveys are planned for and required technical work specifications are included the worklist and planning.

**Technical Support and Administration**
- Technical Management throughout the operational life of a fleet of Superyachts.
- Provide Continuous support in the event of systems failure, spares, and emergency response team coordination,
- Provide general technical and commercial advice and guidance,
- Drafting / Establishing and Monitoring yacht’s maintenance budgets in close cooperation with Yacht and Accounts managers.
- Handle Yacht Insurance Claims of a technical and physical damage nature.
- Provide regular, periodical technical reports to management and owners,
- Liaise with Yacht Managers for the smooth running of the yachts.
- Assistance to other departments (e.g., accounts with accounting returns, budgets, fund requests, invoicing approvals. Owner Reports).
- Ensure that all vessel certification and surveys for class, flag and international requirements are in order.

**ISM - Compliance**
- In direct Liaison with the Compliance department, acquire the correct interpretation of Class Rules and other related regulations for each vessel. Monitor survey schedules and liaise with Class and Flag surveyors, to plan maintenance work periods.
- Promoting the effective use of the Planned Maintenance System, while ensuring it is updated with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Class, Flag and management, requirements.
- Working with the Compliance Managers and DPA in reviewing reported non-conformities and defects, analyzing, and introducing measures to prevent reoccurrence via direct discussion of root cause analysis with the senior responsible crew members.
- Undertaking internal audits on-board (for ISM Qualified Auditors) AND/OR perform Technical Inspections as part of the Internal Audits performed by the Compliance team, ensuring any items that may be raised during external inspections are clearly reported and addressed in advance of Class or Flag audits.
- Provide continuous support in the event of system failures, spares and emergency response team coordination.

**REFIT - Management**
- Responsible in part for helping with planning refit / maintenance periods. This will be a direct cooperation with Refit Project Managers to ensure all and any information regarding technical problems or planned maintenance of systems and all required Class and Flag Surveys are planned for and required technical work specifications are included the worklist and planning.

**New Business**
- Identify new opportunities through captains, shipyards, or other means where company technical services may be beneficial.
- Negotiate Vendor / Contractor rates for the company and related fleet vessels.
- Participate in boat shows and industry events as applicable.

**Other**
- Knowledge and ability to perform Condition Surveys and Pre-Purchase surveys.

**Profile / Skills / qualifications**
- Will have ideally spent extensive time at sea in a technical role.
- Will have Planned Maintenance system experience.
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