Senior Production Engineer - Rudder & Propeller

Reporting structure

Reports To    
Machinery Manager

Direct Reports    
Foremen / Assistant Foreman / Supervisors

Job Summary and Purpose

Provides the technical & technological problem-solving ability of production engineering process and planning abilities to lead Work teams and control production process for executing work, including repair, installation, & modification activities, to a high quality & auditable standard that is consistent with contract work scope, statutory & code requirements, Integrated Management System (IMS) procedures, design parameters, site survey input, and vendor data.

Accountabilities

1)    Interpret detailed work scopes for rudder, propeller, and shafting systems across assigned ship repair, marine, and offshore projects to identify critical path activities and risk factors impacting turnaround time.
2)    Analyze engineering and construction drawings to formulate repair and overhauling strategies/schedules to align plans with client specifications, classification society standards, and vessel docking and undocking schedules.
3)    Estimate manpower, manhours, and tooling requirements through coordination with the Machinery Section Manager to ensure timely availability of skilled personnel, lifting gear, and precision instruments to complete the ship repair projects on schedule.
4)    Lead a diverse team of supervisors, group leaders, and mechanical fitters to ensure execution aligns with Work Instructions, IMS policies, and drydock safety protocols while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
5)    Monitor job progress using project scheduling tools. Track actual vs. planned manhour consumption and report deviations to the Machinery Section Manager, Head of Afloat Repairs, and Production Engineer.
6)    Enforce quality control checks during critical operations such as shaft withdrawal/refit, rudder drop measurement, rudder removal/refit, shafting alignment, and seal replacement jobs to ensure full compliance with safety, environmental, and health standards.
7)    Align job completion with drydock schedules and budgeted manhours by providing timely updates and technical feedback to internal stakeholders and ship owners. Incorporate client inputs into work sequencing.
8)    Manage issuance of Subcontractor requests (SCR), Work Completion Forms (WCF), Work Inspection Forms (WIF), foreman chits, Permit to Work (PTW), Site Instructions (SI) and Technical Site Queries (TQR), to maintain accurate documentation for class surveyor review and internal audits.
9)    Instruct supervisors on job execution and Work Instructions to address scope variations through formal TQR/SI and ensure alignment with contractual obligations and technical feasibility.
10)    Represent the machinery team in internal coordination meetings and client briefings through articulating technical challenges and proposing solutions during cross-functional discussions.
11)    Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings for all personnel, including subcontractors to monitor adherence to work instructions, PPE usage, and permit-to-work systems.
12)    Provide technical knowledge and troubleshooting abilities in resolving complex issues arising during the forementioned jobs related to ship’s propulsion system and steering systems. 
13)    Prioritize wellbeing of themselves and their colleagues while maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Adhere to all health & safety protocols, participate in wellbeing & wellness programs, and promptly report any concerns regarding the wellbeing of oneself & others in order to foster a culture of best practice.

Competencies

Key Result Areas

•    Productivity — Set & drive KPI
•    Safety — Foster zero harm culture
•    Quality — Implement zero rework principles
•    Cost — reduce rework and enable timely delivery.

Interactions and Working Relations

Internal:
Manager; Head of Workshop & Afloat; Head of Afloat Repairs; Project Managers; Foremen; Supervisors; Workers.

Purpose:
To supervise, guide and enforce safe, productive and quality work practices within work groups that are compliant to Safe , Health, Environment, ualit & Securi standards.  

External:
Clients, Sub Contractors, Service Engineers, Surveyors

Purpose:
Coordination and settlement of production issues and feedback on the project deliverables.

Qualifications, Experience and Job Skills

Qualifications:
•    Degree in Naval Architecture/Marine/Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering degree,  Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineer Officer) Class 3 to 1 (Motor Ship), or its equivalent. 

Experience:
•    At least 7 years of relavent experience in leading repair/overhauling of ship’s propulsion and steering systems including shaft alignment, rudder drop checks, and propeller repairs 

Job Specific Competencies:
i. Behavioral Competencies: (See Competency Framework for Competency Definitions)
1.    Drive Vision
2.    Interactive Communication
3.    Customer Centricity
4.    Solution Oriented
5.    Empower & Nurture Talents
6.    Collaboration & Teamwork
7.    Achievement Oriented

ii.    Technical Competencies:
1.    Knowledge of Environment, Quality, Safety and Occupational Health standards.
2.    Knowledge in various types of ship engines, diesel engines, rudders, etc. 
3.    Strong background with resolution of technical issues during planning and execution phases.
4.    Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
5.    Excellent English Verbal and Written Communication.
6.    Negotiation skills
7.    Cost control & management 
8.    Risk management skills
9.    Team oriented.
10.    Customer focused.
11.    Planning & Organizing skills.
12.    Problem solving and decision-making capabilities.
13.    Leadership skills