Super for Seaspan's boxships, Vancouver

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Superintendent
Seaspan Ship Management Ltd. - Vancouver, BC
$125,000 - $137,500 a year

Seaspan Ship Management Ltd. is currently accepting applications for a Superintendent to support the Operations Department. Reporting to the Fleet Manager, this position is responsible for the safe, reliable and economical operation of the ships assigned. The Superintendent applies knowledge of engineering, man-management, shipping-industry regulations, commercial and legal considerations and guides sea-staff onboard assigned vessels. The Superintendent also takes initiative to continuously improve the performance of assigned ships and strengthens the teamwork between ship and office. The ideal candidate will be self-driven and deadline-oriented and must have strong organizational, multitasking and interpersonal skills. This person will work independently and in a team environment and must demonstrate a positive attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.

Primary Responsibilities:
Guides, advises, and monitors vessel operations; also assists crew performing vessel maintenance
Researches technical information related to equipment breakdowns, malfunctions, improvements, upgrades or modifications for the reliable long-term performance of the vessels
Prepares for scheduled dry dockings, surveys and repairs on assigned ships, and arranges and manages supply of spares, stores, and services to vessels before scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs
Manages vessels in full compliance with local and international rules and regulations; and with Seaspan’s Safety Management System (SMS)
Analyses ships’ performance and relays this information to the onboard master and chief engineer; ensures compliance with current charter-party terms of employment and other commercial concerns
Ensures compliance with all necessary operational certification and survey requirements applicable to assigned vessels
Visits vessels in port; may sail with Seaspan ships to reasonably ascertain that they are operated in a safe, reliable and economical way
Monitors function and performance during ship visits and initiates effective problem solving of on-board issues, including technical, quality-assurance, health and safety, commercial or personnel issues
Takes ownership of on-board issues and follows them through to resolution
Prepares budgets in the required detail for the yearly operation of assigned ships, scheduled dry dockings, surveys, repairs and ad-hoc modifications and repairs within required timelines
Monitors expenses of assigned vessels and submits monthly variance reporting and tracks against budget
Ensures that all reporting employees adhere to company policies and procedures
Communicates expectations to direct reports; manages performance and provides leadership and support to team members
Demonstrates commitment to Seaspan’s Maritime Resource Management values
Performs other duties as required

Qualifications & Abilities :
External candidates must have at least one year of experience as a Technical Superintendent in a company managing handy-max sized (or larger) vessels engaged in international trading and must have a minimum of one full year in rank as a Chief Engineer.
Internal candidates must have completed three contracts as a Chief Engineer with Seaspan
English language skills, both verbal and in writing, must be effective and suitable for a multi-cultural working environment
Strong technical knowledge

Adequate administrative and computer systems skills
Class 1 Marine Engineer certificate either valid or last renewed within the previous five years
Degree in Marine Engineering or equivalent

Additional Desired Qualifications:
Experience working with container ships is strongly preferred
Education in mechanical engineering or naval architecture is an asset
Diploma of Ship Superintendency
Previous experience with new-builds and dry-dockings preferred

Job Demands:
Regular international travel is required and may be on short notice
Must have mobility to conduct vessel inspections
Will be required to carry a Blackberry and check regularly outside of office hours.
Must maintain home internet connection for work outside of office hours.

Salary Range:
Salary range is CAD $125,000 - $137,500 per annum, depending on experience. A benefits package is provided including MSP, extended health and dental package, life insurance, short and long term disability, and RRSP matching.
As this position is based in Vancouver, preference will be given to candidates who have status to work in Canada (citizen or permanent resident) and/or who are internal candidates.

Please apply by submitting your resume together with a covering letter and salary expectations to http://www.seaspancorp.com/working-at-s ... apply-now/ . We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.
Seaspan staff may apply via our internal career center using this link: http://bc.tbe.taleo.net/BC11/ats/career ... SML&cws=37 . A

As this requires internet access, if you are currently at sea, please email your CV to HR at [email protected] and we will enter the basic application for you and send you your password.

Applications will be accepted up to the closing date of April 11, 2016.