Technical Superintendent - Marine

Supporting Operations, Shaping Performance | Based in Perth or Dampier

The Opportunity

Bhagwan Marine is a proud national Australian marine services company who provide a diverse range of marine solutions within Ports, Nearshore, Offshore and Subsea locations. Our West Australian operation is looking for an experienced Technical Superintendent to join our team, with the successful candidate able to work from either our Perth CBD head office or our Dampier office.

Reporting to the National Technical Manager, you’ll oversee the maintenance and compliance of a dedicated fleet, ensuring alignment with Class, regulatory, and survey standards. You’ll be part of a collaborative, solutions-focused team that values initiative, precision, and results.

If you have a strong marine background and thrive on responsibility, innovation, and operational excellence - we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and technical direction to Vessel Engineers, fostering a high-performing team focused on safety, reliability and operational excellence.
• Plan, supervise, and coordinate maintenance activities, dry dockings, and major engineering projects to ensure safe, cost-effective and timely delivery.
• Maintain technical policies, procedures and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and the Company Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Ensure vessels effectively utilise and comply with the Company's Computerised Planned Maintenance System (HELM), maintaining planned maintenance compliance and accurate reporting.
• Prepare, manage and monitor vessel maintenance budgets and forecasts, including refits and dry-docking activities.
• Review and approve engineering purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring technical suitability, cost control, and procurement compliance.
• Manage vessel certification requirements and ensure ongoing compliance with Class, Flag State, AMSA and other applicable statutory regulations.
• Manage assigned fleet assets in accordance with Class Survey requirements regulatory standards and statutory obligations.  Including the planning and execution of Class and Flag State surveys.

What we're looking for

• Strong understanding of ISM, ISO, Class, AMSA, and other relevant maritime regulations.
• Experience with vessel maintenance management and planned maintenance systems (HELM preferred).
• Proven ability to manage vessel surveys, repairs, dockings, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with crews, suppliers, contractors and regulatory bodies.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Technical Superintendent or similar marine technical management role.
• Experience managing commercial vessel fleets and dry-docking projects.

Essential Qualifications

• Marine Engineering or equivalent trade qualification

Benefits of working with Bhagwan:

• Novated Lease Options - Flexible salary packaging to help you save on vehicle expenses.
• Flare HR Perks - Access exclusive discounts on groceries, fuel, electronics, fashion, entertainment, dining, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support services to promote employee wellbeing.
• Inclusive Work Culture - Be part of a welcoming, engaging, and supportive team environment.
• Career Development - Grow your career through ongoing training, development programs, and opportunities for advancement.

About Bhagwan Marine
Bhagwan Marine is Australia’s largest listed marine solutions company operating across the offshore energy, subsea, ports and inshore and emerging defence sectors. We operate a diverse, multi-functional fleet equipped to support a wide range of marine operations across Australia.

We are Australia’s largest in-house marine crewing provider, employing more than 1,000 skilled professionals, including up to 200 qualified divers. Our locally based crews are recognised for their strong safety culture, operational excellence and ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in complex environments.

We have a strong track record and a 26-year history working with major energy, mining and construction companies, together with government organisations.

To Apply:

If you believe you meet the positions requirements and wish to be considered for the role, please submit your detailed resume.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We kindly ask that agencies do not submit candidates at this time.