Role: Assistant Technical Superintendent
Department: Fleet Management
Location: Hamburg, Germany
Employment type: Full-time

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the EU.

As an Assistant Technical Superintendent – Cruise (m/f/d), you will be responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and cost‑efficient technical operation of assigned cruise vessels. In this role, you assist the Technical Superintendent and act as a supportive link between ship and shore, helping to coordinate technical activities, maintain compliance, and contribute to smooth day‑to‑day operations. Your work supports consistent vessel performance, technical readiness, and high operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the safe and efficient technical management of assigned cruise vessels in line with contractual requirements
• Assist in monitoring machinery and equipment performance and support the implementation of corrective actions
• Support the planning, coordination, and follow‑up of maintenance and repair activities
• Assist in forecasting technical needs, spare parts requirements, and training demands
• Support the handling and follow‑up of technical issues, ensuring timely communication with relevant stakeholders
• Assist in ensuring vessel certification compliance and the implementation of regulatory updates
• Support planning, execution, and follow‑up of dry‑dockings and major repair projects
• Assist in the preparation and monitoring of technical budgets (OPEX & CAPEX) and cost control activities
• Participate in vessel visits, inspections, and audits, supporting reporting and follow‑up actions

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent, or Chief Engineer / Officer qualification
• Sailing experience as a technical or engineering officer, preferably on cruise vessels
• Shore‑based experience in technical ship management is an advantage but not mandatory
• Skills & Competencies
• Strong knowledge of vessel technical systems and marine regulations
• Good planning and coordination skills
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and support multiple stakeholders
• Structured working style with attention to detail
• Proficiency in English
• General PC literacy

Why Apply?

You may choose up to three benefits from our client’s benefits-catalogue:

• Contribution to our Canteen
• Free Ticket for the local public transport
• Internet Fee
• Bike Leasing (JobRad)
• Childcare (KITA contribution)
• Language Course for local language (German)
• Fitness Contribution
• Urban Sports Club Membership

In addition, you will benefit from:

• Flexible working hours and home-office entitlement
• Annual leave days: 28
• Open-door-policy and flat hierarchies
• A beautiful office in the heart of Hamburg