Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Assistant Maintenance Supervisor

Equatorial Guinea

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Maintenance Supervisor to join a dynamic offshore operations team. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and reliability of engine room equipment and utility systems.

This position is ideal for a marine engineering professional with strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a commitment to safety excellence in demanding operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare engine room and utility systems for start-up.
• Start, monitor, and optimise operational performance of engine room and utility systems.
• Execute safe shutdown procedures when required.
• Isolate and reinstate equipment and systems for maintenance activities.
• Support the safe and efficient operation of engine room equipment and associated utility systems.

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise maintenance personnel, contractors, and vendor technicians.
• Conduct toolbox talks, work briefings, and safety meetings.
• Coordinate personnel, materials, tools, and resources effectively.
• Support competency development and on-the-job training of team members.
• Promote a strong safety culture and positive team environment.

Emergency Response & Incident Management

• Identify and respond to developing operational or emergency situations.
• Assist in maintaining control during equipment failures, leaks, fires, adverse weather conditions, and other critical events.
• Escalate issues appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Participate in emergency drills and demonstrate competency in emergency response duties.

Environmental Compliance

• Monitor environmental control measures and operational discharges.
• Ensure waste disposal and materials management activities comply with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report environmental incidents and unplanned discharges.
• Promote efficient use of PPE, spare parts, tools, and consumables.

About You

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• EOOW (Engineer Officer of the Watch) certification in accordance with STCW Regulation AIII/1.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Watchkeeping Marine Engineer.
• Experience operating and maintaining engine room and utility systems.
• Current offshore medical certification (ENG1 or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of safe work practices and maintenance procedures.

Desirable

• Steam turbine watchkeeping experience.
• VLCC or large marine vessel experience.
• Previous offshore production or marine operations experience.
• Experience using maintenance management systems such as AMOS, Maximo, or similar.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong safety leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lead teams and build positive working relationships.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Good organisational and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general IT systems.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a professional offshore operations environment.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Rotational work schedule.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Supportive team culture focused on safety and operational excellence.

Apply now if you are a qualified marine engineering professional looking to advance your career in a challenging and rewarding offshore environment.