Faststream Recruitment is partnering with a 3rd party ship-management company to identify an experienced Electrical Superintendent to oversee the electrical and automation systems across its diverse coastal vessel fleet, including tugs, landing craft, and small cargo vessels.
- Housing, company vehicle and insurance will be provided.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all electrical, automation, and control systems onboard company-managed vessels.
- Conduct vessel inspections to ensure compliance with class, flag, and company safety standards.
- Support planned maintenance schedules and dry-dock preparations, including scoping, budgeting, and execution of electrical work packages.
- Provide technical guidance to shipboard engineers and electricians on electrical systems and fault-finding.
- Manage spare parts procurement and inventory for critical electrical and automation components.
- Liaise with classification societies, surveyors, and third-party contractors for electrical testing and certification.
- Review and recommend system upgrades, retrofits, and energy-efficiency improvements.
- Ensure compliance with company SMS, ISM, and ISPS Code requirements related to electrical safety.
- Diploma or Degree in Electrical / Marine Engineering, or equivalent technical qualification.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as Electrical Superintendent, Technical Superintendent, or ETO with strong shore-based maintenance background.
- Familiarity with electrical systems on tugs, coastal or small vessel types advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of PLC, automation, and power distribution systems.
- Hands-on troubleshooting and analytical skills, with ability to work in remote operational environments.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to liaise with vessel crews and local contractors.
- Willingness to be based in Papua New Guinea and travel regularly within the region.
If this sounds like a role for you, apply now to be considered.
Jess Choo EA Reg No: R1989216
Faststream Recruitment Pte Ltd, EA License no: 09C3403