Technical Manager

Reference:
690390
Category:
Other Jobs
Salary:
Dependant on Experience
Job posted:
April 9, 2025

I am working with a leading global yacht management company who are looking for a Technical Manager to join their team in Florida, West Palm Beach.
  
UK. All applicants must live within a commutable distance to the office or be willing to relocate.  All applicants must have existing Right to Work in the USA. No sponsorship will be offered.

As a Technical Manager you will be responsible for providing general operational support for the technical aspects of a designated fleet of yachts.
  
Duties:

  • Providing advice and expertise when required.
  • Provide support to other internal departments on technical matters as well as identify and promote technical commercial opportunities.
  • Manage Technical Compliance of a designated fleet of yachts assigned to you including carrying out technical inspections onboard.
  • Provide operational support - to help limit technical and ISM related defects.
  • Ensure a complete Planned Maintenance System is in place and in use.
  • Assist with arranging routine dry docks.
  • Provide an executive summary on status and forecasts for the technical management of your assigned fleet.
  • Maintain sound working relationships with the crew and clients.

Requirements:
  • Sea going experience on large yachts or cruise ships as Chief Engineer or Second Engineer
  • STCW III/2 Chief Engineer (Unlimited) or STCW Y1 marine engineer 3,000GT and <9,000kW.
  • Fluency in English both written and spoken at a high professional level.
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask.
  • A high degree of computer literacy
  • Ability to prioritize and complete time sensitive tasks.
  • A high degree of attention to detail, capable of checking/ recording information accurately
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite and planned maintenance systems.
  • Self-motivated, able to solve problems and manage their own time.
  • Absolute discretion and confidentiality.
  • Flexibility to travel frequently.
 Desirable but not essential:
  • Experience working in a Yacht Management Company in a similar role.
  • Qualification in auditing prosses and standards such as ISM Lead Auditor
  • Previous shore-based experience as an Engineering Superintendent, Technical Manager or Surveyor.
  • Ability to speak another language. 
Salary competitive and dependant on experience and other benefits.

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht or a Cruise Ship.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

All applicants must hold a valid ENG1 certificate to be able to apply for this position.

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.