Shipyard Mechanical Supervisor

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Port Harcourt, Rivers, NGA
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Energy • Industrial
The Role
Supervise and coordinate mechanical and propulsion repairs aboard vessels during afloat and dry-dock maintenance. Ensure safety, quality, tooling, inspections, documentation, scheduling, and team training while performing measurements, shaft alignments, and producing technical reports.
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Company Description

Company specialized in ship maintenance and repair operations, supporting vessels during dry-docking and afloat technical shutdowns. The company delivers high-quality mechanical, propulsion, and hydraulic maintenance services while ensuring strong safety, quality, and operational performance standards.

Job Description

As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising and coordinating mechanical repair activities and associated ship components.

Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Anticipate, prepare, organize, and supervise propulsion line and general mechanical works onboard vessels.
  • Ensure technical coordination and compliance with safety procedures on site.
  • Supervise mechanical activities during vessel maintenance periods, both afloat and in dry dock.
  • Carry out end-of-shift inspections, including worksite safety checks and personnel clearance.
  • Ensure required equipment and tools are available, properly used, and maintained in good condition during and after operations.
  • Guarantee work quality, deadlines, and safety standards for all supervised mechanical activities.
  • Prepare compliance control, traceability, and quality follow-up documentation.
  • Write technical intervention and work completion reports.
  • Use standard metrology and measurement equipment such as calipers, depth gauges, vernier micrometers, internal micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
  • Participate in the preparation of schedules and planning required for work management.
  • Define internal and external training actions to develop the skills of mechanics and machinists.
  • Contribute directly to team development through knowledge transfer, implementation of best practices, and targeted training related to safety and quality improvement plans.

Qualifications

  • French speaking is a +++++
  • Technical degree or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering, marine engineering, industrial maintenance, or related field.
  • Proven experience supervising mechanical operations in a naval or industrial environment.
  • Strong knowledge of marine propulsion maintenance, including propeller shafts, bow thrusters, reduction gearboxes, and propulsion systems.
  • Good hydraulic knowledge for the repair and maintenance of winches, capstans, and associated equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret supplier manuals, technical documentation, mechanical drawings, work instructions, and procedures.
  • Experience performing shaft alignment and alignment of mechanical equipment such as propulsion engines, gearboxes, pumps, and similar systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to propose effective repair solutions.
  • Ability to identify manpower, equipment, and material requirements for mechanical project quotations.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to supervise and train technical teams.
  • Technical English proficiency is mandatory.
  • Previous experience in a WAS-type environment is considered an advantage.

Additional Information

  • Field-based position involving onboard vessel interventions.
  • Dynamic and demanding environment requiring strong leadership, organization, and adaptability.
  • Opportunity to work on a wide variety of marine mechanical projects.
  • Continuous learning and professional development opportunities available.
  • Rotation schedule: 60 days ON / 58 days OFF.

Skills Required

  • Technical degree or equivalent in mechanical, marine engineering, industrial maintenance, or related field
  • Proven experience supervising mechanical operations in a naval or industrial environment
  • Strong knowledge of marine propulsion maintenance (propeller shafts, bow thrusters, reduction gearboxes, propulsion systems)
  • Good hydraulic knowledge for repair and maintenance of winches, capstans, and associated equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret supplier manuals, technical documentation, mechanical drawings, work instructions, and procedures
  • Experience performing shaft alignment and alignment of mechanical equipment (engines, gearboxes, pumps)
  • Use of standard metrology and measurement equipment (calipers, depth gauges, vernier micrometers, internal micrometers, dial indicators)
  • Leadership skills with ability to supervise, train, and develop technical teams
  • Ability to identify manpower, equipment, and material requirements for mechanical project quotations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to propose effective repair solutions
  • Technical English proficiency
  • French speaking
  • Previous experience in a WAS-type environment
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The Company
1,500 Employees

What We Do

IOTA Group is a global leader in workforce deployment and Employer of Record (EOR) services with over 40 years of expertise. Based in Switzerland, the company specializes in recruitment, staffing, and global mobility solutions, providing international integration expertise and tailored project support for complex cross-border deployments, particularly within the energy, oil and gas, and industrial sectors.

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