As a Technical Officer at BSM, you will be responsible for supporting the Technical Superintendent in ensuring the smooth operation and maintenance of vessels. This role plays a critical part in bridging ship and shore activities by coordinating services and maintaining compliance with technical and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor monthly vessel reports and follow up on analysis reports for lubricating oil, bunker, boiler, and cooling water, highlighting deviations for corrective action.
Maintain vessel certification records and collate data for owners’ reports.
Arrange services and repairs, including annual surveys and routine servicing of vessel equipment, and liaise with classification societies as required.
Ensure service arrangements are carried out by approved vendors, issue purchase orders, and follow up on service delivery to avoid cost overruns.
Coordinate port service planning and logistics for each vessel call.
Utilize relevant systems to manage purchasing, certification, and voyage planning, providing feedback for system improvements.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting, or equivalent qualification, or Second Mate/Third Engineer license.
Minimum 6 years of experience in purchasing or supply chain management, preferably in the shipping industry.
Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of vessel technical requirements and voyage regulations.
Advanced understanding of the local and regional market for technical subcontractors.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities.
Fluency in English and proficiency in PC applications.
Benefits
Retirement Benefit
SSS, PagIbig, PhilHealth Contributions Employer’s Share
Medical Insurance (HMO)
Life Insurance
Free Uniform
Free Office Lunch
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting, equivalent qualification, or Second Mate/Third Engineer license
- At least 6 years of purchasing or supply chain management experience
- Strong knowledge of vessel technical requirements and voyage regulations
- Knowledge of local and regional technical subcontractor markets
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Fluency in English
- Proficiency in PC applications
What We Do
Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) delivers safe, reliable and efficient ship management services through an international network of ship management, crew service and maritime training centres. It provides tailored maritime solutions for customers, including global crew recruitment, training and development of qualified seafarers. BSM helps shipowners and charterers optimise vessel performance, reduce risk and maintain safe, compliant operations across commercial and specialised fleets worldwide.
