Port Engineer – Marine Vessel Technical Support

About the role

The Port Engineer will provide full‑time technical support and oversight for all support‑craft vessels used in the project, ensuring they remain safe, compliant and ready to operate without delay.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor the technical condition of vessels and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Address mechanical, electrical and structural issues promptly, following up on observations, deficiencies and inspection findings.
• Collaborate with vessel crews, subcontractors and internal teams (Operations, HSE, Marine, Procurement) to plan repairs, manage spare‑parts and support vessel mobilisation or modifications.
• Prepare technical reports, review work scopes and supervise repair activities in port or dry‑dock, ensuring compliance with project requirements and marine standards.
• Support vessel inspections, audits and regulatory or class‑related requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or a related technical field.
• 3‑7 years of experience in marine or offshore vessel operations, preferably with support‑craft or utility vessels.
• Strong understanding of project operations, HSE requirements and safety management systems.
• Excellent coordination, communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• Relevant marine engineer certification and valid offshore or port access certificates are a plus.

Required skills

• Marine mechanical, electrical and structural systems.
• Vessel maintenance and repair procedures.
• Drydock operations.
• Classification society and regulatory compliance.