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We are looking for a Vessel Superintendent to join our technical team at Northern Offshore Services. Are you the one?

Do you want to work in a modern family-owned shipping company with a strong brand and an entrepreneurial mindset?

Are you a problem solver with an eye for detail? Then do not hesitate to apply to be part of our dynamic team.

N-O-S is the market leader for CTVs in the offshore wind sector. Our clients are major stakeholders and large energy companies. Most of our customers are based in the northern parts of Europe.

We offer an exciting and dynamic work environment with the goal of constantly delivering and exceeding our customers’ expectations 365 days a year.

Our vision, BEST365, and our values are extremely important to us and influence our strong company culture. Read more about it here. https://n-o-s.eu/company/

YOUR PROFILE

We value personal qualities and are looking for someone who views exceptional service as a natural part of their work. You should be enthusiastic and driven by an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment. A strong team player, you’ll also be skilled at motivating and leading vessel crews.

In this role, you’ll need to be proactive, flexible, and thrive on finding solutions to unexpected challenges. The ability to prioritize tasks effectively and manage a high workload is essential.

Ideally, you have a background as a Marine Engineer or Master, with experience in smaller tonnage vessels. In addition, you bring in-depth marine knowledge, gained both on-board and onshore, preferably within the wind or oil and gas industries.

In this role, you will be stationed at one of our offices in Gothenburg (SE) or Copenhagen (DK), but you need to be able to travel on short notice.

 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Good knowledge of efficient technical operation, development, and upgrade of vessels.
  • Planning skills and ability to implement strategies, plans and procedures into your everyday work.
  • Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong people skills and ability to adapt to different situations.
  • Good knowledge of budget planning and procurement.
  • Good knowledge of company management systems and ability to apply systems in daily operations.
  • Manage classification and statutory regimes and related standards, rules and regulations.
  • Fluent in English and a Scandinavian language; verbal and written.
  • Driver’s license.

 

YOUR TASKS

As a Vessel Superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing the fleet and providing daily operational support to the crew. This includes monitoring both short- and long-term maintenance plans. You will have the authority to purchase technical supplies and spare parts, ensuring that work aligns with our 5-year plan while maintaining proactive and cost-effective planning for the vessels.

You will also be responsible for managing operations within the constraints of the annual budget.

Traveling and supervising work at various yards and ports across Northern Europe will be an integral part of the role. As part of our Technical Department, you will also participate in our on-call schedule.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Overall management of your assigned vessels.
  • Ensure that assigned vessels are always in good condition and that the crew are adequately supported to maintain the vessel to comply with classification and flag-state requirements.
  • Travelling to assigned vessels regularly.
  • Plan vessel maintenance and budget, based on a 5-year plan.
  • Planning and supervising vessels shipyards and repairs.
  • Carry out regular technical inspections onboard assigned vessels.
  • Responsible for resolving and finalising technical issues for your assigned vessels.
  • Close follow-up on the vessel’s maintenance, ensuring optimal operational efficiency.
  • Coordinate Onboard Engineers for assigned vessels.
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining the assigned vessels’ planned maintenance system.
  • Close cooperation with Crewing, HSSE-Q, Chartering and Purchase departments.
  • Implementing safety and environmental standards so that the assigned vessels can operate safely.
  • Provide technical support during non-office hours.

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

  • This position will start as soon as possible. Location: Gothenburg (SE) or Copenhagen (DK) or Conwy (UK).
  • You are welcome to contact Anton Borgman, Technical Manager, anton.borgman@n-o-s.eu, +46 (0) 761 80 80 90, if you have any questions. · Please send your application to: recruitment@n-o-s.eu before 6/4 2025. Mark the application “Vessel Superintendent”.
  • The selection process is ongoing so do not wait to send in your application.

 

 

ABOUT NORTHERN OFFSHORE SERVICES

Northern Offshore Services (N-O-S) is a global leader in providing Crew Transfer Vessels (CTV) serving the offshore wind industry. N-O-S operates and manages a versatile fleet focusing on high-performing vessels, providing full service and flexible solutions. N-O-S operates in Europe, the U.S., and Japan, with offices in Sweden, Denmark and the UK.

Northern Offshore Services is part of Northern Offshore Group (N-O-G). The group is driven by entrepreneurship and consists of several well-established companies operating in various segments of the marine industry. The group has a clear vision, and values rooted in the strong shipping culture and entrepreneurial spirit of Donsö, an island on the west coast of Sweden.