Team Manager - Machinery Projects (Maritime, Remote)

Job summary

This position is responsible for leading a team focused on machinery-related design and technology choices for new vessel projects, ensuring alignment with fleet strategy and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading technical teams within machinery or marine engineering, preferably in newbuilding projects.
• Strong understanding of machinery systems and their impact on vessel performance and lifecycle costs.
• Experience in delivering technical input across various project phases, from concept to execution.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and communicate technical information clearly.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and engineering governance in maritime contexts.
• Experience with OEMs and supplier engagement, including technical evaluations and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers in newbuilding projects.
• Oversee machinery discipline input throughout all project phases, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
• Drive collaboration across engineering disciplines for high-quality project outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership in evaluating sale and purchase opportunities for fleet renewal.
• Manage machinery maker relationships, ensuring consistent evaluation and performance monitoring.

Skills

• Structured and analytical thinking with the ability to simplify complex technical topics.
• Strong communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to navigate competing priorities and make informed decisions with long-term implications.

Education

• Background in marine or mechanical engineering is advantageous.

Tools

• Familiarity with engineering governance and technical standards in the maritime industry.