Jobs at Svitzer

Operate and maintain tug operations for assisted ships, enforce onboard safety culture, manage shipboard administration and reporting, coordinate with Marine Managers and Harbour Pilots, and ensure efficient, timely towage operations.

Hands-on Chief Engineer responsible for maintaining and operating high-power tug machinery in a live port. Diagnose and fix faults under pressure, own engine-room condition, safety and readiness, support Master and crew, and work as part of a small professional team to keep tugs operational at all times.

Responsable de la gestión técnica del remolcador: ejecutar mantenimiento preventivo y correctivo, supervisar al equipo de ingeniería a bordo, gestionar reportes técnicos y operativos, garantizar cumplimiento de normas de seguridad y medio ambiente, y controlar el uso de maquinaria y recursos técnicos.

Perform engine-room and machinery maintenance on company tugs, ensure safe operation, maintain logs and standby equipment, support fueling and spare parts management, follow HSE/QSMS policies, respond to engine-room emergencies, and assist with general housekeeping and pollution control.

Operate and maintain high-power tug machinery in a live port: diagnose and repair faults, ensure engine-room safety and readiness, support the Master and crew, and work as part of a small professional crew on a 1 week on/1 week off rotation with progression toward Chief Engineer.

Perform seamanship tasks, maintain deck and equipment, ensure onboard appearance and hygiene, operate unit inputs and control systems, and handle gear and utilities safely.

Captain responsible for safe operation and management of a tug vessel: enforce safety management system, maintain statutory certifications, supervise crew and maintenance, conduct training and reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate operations and resources.

Manage daily HSSEQ and marine standards for the Bangladesh fleet, develop and maintain the safety management system, conduct audits and investigations, liaise with flag and class authorities, produce HSSEQ reports, support operations and training, and promote safety culture.

Perform deckhand duties aboard towage tugs: assist vessel operations, maintenance, housekeeping, watches, salvage support, safety drills, induction training, and report hazards. Follow Masters direction and company safety procedures.

Hands-on Chief Engineer responsible for maintaining and operating high-power tug machinery, diagnosing and repairing faults, owning engine room condition and safety, and supporting the Master and crew to ensure vessel readiness in a safety-critical port towage environment.

Command a tug in confined waters, ensuring safe ship handling, vessel readiness, documentation, and crew leadership. Liaise with pilots, port authorities, and stakeholders while maintaining high safety and operational standards.

Perform deck duties on a tug including towage and mooring line handling, routine checks, basic maintenance and minor repairs, stores management, using computer systems for maintenance/safety checks, supporting environmental compliance, and participating in drills and training under the Tug Master.

Operate, maintain, and fault-find high-power tug machinery in a live port. Own engine-room condition, safety, and readiness, support the Master and crew, and work on a hands-on rotation with progression toward Chief Engineer certification.

Manage end-to-end port towage operations for a fleet of four ASD tugs: ensure safety, regulatory compliance, vessel maintenance, crew management, training, budgeting, incident investigation, client and port authority liaison, and continuous operational improvement.

Perform deckhand duties to keep the vessel safe and operational: maintenance, housekeeping, watches, assisting with salvage and workshop tasks, safety reporting, drills, and visitor induction. Follow company safety management and stop-work procedures; propose safety improvements.

Perform deck operations and towing machinery duties, maintain safety equipment and routine maintenance per PMS, assist with VHF communications, handle stores, participate in drills, stand watch, and ensure vessel availability and safety under Captain direction.

Lead budgeting, forecasting, cost control, CAPEX/OPEX and cash flow planning. Provide profitability and KPI analysis, support business cases, audits, financial process improvements, and management reporting as a trusted financial business partner.

Operate, maintain, and repair high-power tug machinery in a live port environment. Diagnose faults under pressure, ensure engine-room safety and readiness, support the Master and crew, and work on a 1 week on/1 week off rotation with progression toward Chief Engineer.

Mantener orden, limpieza y seguridad en la cubierta y almacenes de la barcaza; inspeccionar extintores, controlar stocks de combustible del generador, verificar tapas de manholes, defensas y yokohamas, vigilar la luz solar, reportar anomalías y asegurar la estabilidad y distribución de pesos de la barcaza.

Lead development and delivery of structured training and mentoring for tug Captains in the Dominican Republic. Coordinate with Operations, HSEQ, and Crewing to ensure compliance with safety standards and company procedures. Conduct onboard follow-ups, reinforce safety culture, support new port entries, and travel between ports to develop competent, safety-minded tug Captains.