Technical Manager, VMS

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight in project management, retrofitting, upgrades, dry docking, and compliance with environmental regulations, including IMO DCS and other marine services process. Ensure all work aligns with jobs specifications, classification society rules, international regulations, industry standards and onboard operational compatibility.

• Collaborate effectively with clients, stakeholders, internal teams, vendors, agents, authorities, Class and Flag etc to ensure projects are executed professionally, ethically, cost effectively, and in full compliance with quality standards.

• Manage vendor induction and supplier management under the guidance from Deputy General Manager / General Manager. Source and evaluate suppliers and vendors for marine services and projects, ensuring product quality and specification compliance. Conduct technical evaluations and support contract negotiations. Submit vendor induction proposals to the Deputy General Manager (Marine Services) and General Manager for final approval

• Analyze and resolve technical issues arising during project execution. Conduct case studies and address specific project requirements from management or clients. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including other project managers, engineers, category lead and suppliers, to identify solutions and implement corrective actions.

• Lead a team of technical professionals, including engineers, category lead and support team. Provide mentorship, training, and technical support while fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing work environment

• Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned by General Manager, VMS

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as Chief Engineer onboard vessels; prior experience as a Technical Superintendent is preferred

• At least 10 years of related working experience on board (total sea-going experience),

• Responsible, positive, well-organized, and capable of effective communication across all levels

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Chinese word processing tools (via translator or equivalent)

• Good command of spoken and written English

• Immediate availability is highly preferred

Qualified and interested parties please click "Apply Now” or send application with your current and expected salary to HR Department via email to hr@wahkwong.com.hk. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All information collected will be treated with strict confidentiality and will be used for recruitment purpose only.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. The information provided will be treated in strict confidentiality and used for consideration of application for relevant/similar roles only. Applicants not being invited for interview in 6 weeks after job application may consider their application unsuccessful and your personal data will be destroyed after a period of 6 months.