Technical Coordinator

MM Marine Inc . is the Athens-based ship management subsidiary of Mercuria Energy Group, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and commodity trading companies, operating a large fleet of crude oil tankers, product tankers, bulk carriers, and high-specification bunkering tankers. MM Marine Inc. provides cargo transportation, cargo storage and physical bunkering services with a commitment to safety, environmental protection, efficiency, and reliability. Our integrated ship management organization covers crewing, safety, maintenance, procurement, operations, sale & purchase, newbuilding construction and chartering. The owned fleet consists of 51 vessels from 4,500 dwt to 205,000 dwt (small product tankers and bunkering tankers, LR1, Suezmax, Capesize, Newcastlemax) rapidly expanding with a newbuilding program of small chemical/product tankers, MR1, LR1, LR2, Suezmax, VLCC, Kamsarmax and Newcastlemax, with deliveries between 2026 and 2029. The owned fleet serves both Mercuria’s freight trading business as well as handling all shipping activities of Minerva Bunkering, the world’s largest marine fuels physical supplier, a Mercuria wholly owned subsidiary.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Technical Coordinator to support our Technical Department in Athens. Working closely with the Technical Superintendents, you will be assigned the responsibility of a group of vessels and by using your experience and knowledge, you will assume the coordination of technical activities of your ships on a daily basis. You will serve as a liaison/coordination and ensure the smooth flow of technical data and documentation across the fleet.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Superintendents in monitoring the fleet's Planned Maintenance System (PMS), identifying overdue jobs, unplanned maintenance tasks, and safety-critical items that require follow-up.
• Monitor incoming messages relating to owned vessels, ensuring that vessel defect reports are promptly logged, tracked, updated, and followed up in the ERP system.
• Provide administrative and operational coordination assistance during scheduled dry-dockings, retrofits, and major machinery overhauls.
• Support Superintendents in planning and coordinating new technical projects and major repairs, while collecting and organizing dry-dock specifications, service reports, and post-docking technical documentation.
• Coordinate and schedule external technical attendances and specialized service engineers for the inspection, maintenance, and testing of machinery and equipment.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for service companies, following up on work orders and ensuring that vendor service reports are received, reviewed, and promptly documented.
• Monitor statutory and class certificates across the fleet, keeping the certificate tracking system up to date and liaising with vessels and Class Societies on renewals, surveys, and required attendances.
• Maintain organized records of technical service reports, dry-docking files, and manufacturer correspondence, informing Superintendents of relevant matters as required.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and the compilation of data needed to monitor and report departmental KPIs.
• Keep the company's technical management system updated with service reports, records, and information related to procurement, invoicing, certification, and maintenance activities.

As member of the Technical Department you will be reporting to the Technical Manager and will be supported by colleagues to familiarize yourself with the fleet. You will participate in selected training programs to keep abreast of industry developments. The company values cooperation and encourages active participation in continuously improving our procedures and systems.

To fill this position, you need to have a passion for shipping, team spirit and be highly motivated as an individual. You will join a young and energetic group of highly skilled professionals and be part of the shipping arm of one of the largest commodity trading groups in the world.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• University Degree in Shipping & Maritime Studies or Engineering
• Minimum 3 years working experience in a similar position in a shipping company, preferably a tanker operator/owner
• Excellent English communication skills (both oral and written).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and other shipping related systems.
• Ability to work on multiple projects in close cooperation with the members of the team and meet tight schedules and deadlines.
• Good time management. Ability to prioritize requirements/tasks, coping with multiple tasks if necessary.
• Initiative and independence.

Applications will be treated with strict confidence. Only candidates that suit the profile and qualifications of the position will be contacted.