​Looking for Superintendent Jobs in maritime and shipping? We recruit Technical Superintendents, Marine Superintendents, Fleet Superintendents, plus many more for shipowners, ship operators and ship management companies worldwide.

Whether you’re moving from sea to shore or stepping up into a broader fleet remit, you’ll find opportunities covering dry-docking, planned maintenance, HSSEQ, vetting readiness, and operational performance.

Browse live Superintendent vacancies below, or register your CV for confidential roles that aren’t always advertised.

Superintendent Jobs

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Superintendent roles in shipping

Common job titles:

• Technical Superintendent

• Marine Superintendent

• Fleet Superintendent

• Vessel Superintendent

• Cargo Superintendent

• Operations Superintendent

• Safety Superintendent

• Training Superintendent

• Electrical Superintendent

• Offshore Assurance Superintendent

• Operations Superintendent

• Quality Superintendent

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Primary purpose of Superintendents

Keep vessels safe, compliant and performing to plan and budget

Typical employers

Shipowners, ship managers, operators, offshore and cruise organisations

Working style

Shore-based with travel to vessels, ports and shipyards

Hiring hotspots

UK & Europe, Middle East, Singapore/Asia, Greece, Northern Europe (varies by fleet)

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What does a Superintendent do in maritime and shipping?

A Superintendent is a key shore-based leader responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient operation of one vessel or a group of vessels. Superintendents act as the bridge between the ship and the office, supporting Masters, Chief Engineers and onboard teams while ensuring standards are met across maintenance, safety, performance and cost control.

The role is highly collaborative and often involves working with:

• Masters, Chief Engineers and crew

• Technical, crewing and HSSEQ teams

• Class and flag representatives

• Charterers and external inspectors (where applicable)

• Ports, terminals, shipyards and contractors

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Typical responsibilities in Superintendent roles

While the exact remit depends on employer and fleet, many Superintendent jobs include:

• Acting as the primary shore contact for assigned vessels

• Supporting safe operations and compliance with company procedures and regulations

• Planning and overseeing maintenance, repairs and defect resolution

• Managing technical/operational budgets and cost control

• Coordinating shipyard periods, dry-docking and contractor performance

• Preparing for and supporting inspections, audits and third-party requirements

• Investigating incidents and ensuring corrective and preventative actions are implemented

• Monitoring vessel performance and driving continuous improvement across the fleet

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How we support your Superintendent job search

We work with shipowners, operators and managers to recruit Superintendents across global fleets. You can expect:

• A confidential conversation about your target roles and locations

• Insight into hiring processes and what each employer prioritises

• CV feedback and interview preparation

• Support through the offer stage and onboarding

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What next?

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