Ship Repair Manager

Role Summary:

Responsible for planning, coordinating and executing Ship repair & refit projects in coordination with various stake holders adhering to agreed schedule, allocated budget, EHS & Quality regulations and classification society requirements. Leads project teams, manages resources, interfaces with customers and drives operational excellence to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, organize and oversee ship repair, refit and dry-docking projects from commencement to completion.

• Review defect lists, repair specifications, and customer requirements to define project scope and execution strategy.
• Develop project schedules, milestones, resource deployment plans, and monitor progress against targets.
• Ensure timely availability of manpower, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and support services required for project execution.
• Coordinate and monitor activities of production departments, subcontractors, OEMs, and external agencies to achieve project objectives.
• Conduct periodic progress reviews and implement corrective actions to address delays, bottlenecks, and resource constraints.
• Ensure all repair activities are executed in compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, statutory requirements, and Classification Society rules.
• Monitor project costs, productivity, and resource utilization to achieve budgetary and commercial targets.
• Manage customer interfaces and ensure timely resolution of technical, operational, and contractual issues.
• Identify and capture additional work order (AWO) and ensure proper documentation and commercial closure.
• Ensure successful completion, testing, trials, and delivery of vessels in accordance with contractual commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Technical Skills:

• Thorough knowledge of ship repair, refit and dry-docking operations.
• Strong understanding of ship systems, marine engineering equipment, and repair methodologies.
• Expertise in project planning, scheduling, execution, and progress monitoring.
• Resource planning and optimization of manpower, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Budgeting, cost control, and commercial management of repair projects.
• Knowledge of Classification Society Rules, Statutory Regulations, and Naval Standards.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, inspection requirements, and testing protocols.
• Experience in risk assessment, Permit-to-Work (PTW), and HIRA implementation.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, SAP/ERP.
• Ability to review technical specifications, repair procedures, and defect rectification plans.
• Vendor, OEM, and subcontractor management experience.
• Preparation and review of project reports, work completion documents, and invoicing inputs.

Qualification:

• BE/B.Tech (Mechanical/Marine/Naval Architecture)

• 10 - 15 Years