JOB SUMMARYProvides supervision and direction of the repair and maintenance programs covering Tropical’s fleet of vessels. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES-Manages the preventive maintenance program for their assigned vessels.-Provides on-site supervision for maintenance and repair work done on their assigned vessels.-Assists with the design and installation of vessel modifications.-Manages the voyage repair work performed by Welders, Electricians, and Carpenters-Troubleshoots technical problems on vessels. -Prepares repair specifications and contracts for outside services needed to maintain the vessels.-Prepares dry docking specifications, negotiates contracts, and provides on-site supervision at dry dockings.-Prepares and manages the Annual and Long Term budgets for their assigned vessels-Attends the vessels whenever required for emergencies, technical problems, repairs and inspections.-Manages Classification Society surveys and attends their inspections of the vessels.-Works with the Vessel Personnel and Agency Supervisor to screen vessel crew applicants.-Evaluates Engineer Officer performance and provides recommendations regarding their suitability for rehire.-Performs the Marine Engineering duties during their absence. -Performs all other duties as assigned.EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering.EXPERIENCE: Five years experience in engineering or shipyard and one year experience as Chief Engineer of Motor Vessels, sailing at sea.LICENSE: Valid Local Driver’s License and Valid Passport. Valid Chief Engineer’s License of Motor Vessels.TRAVEL: 20% travel various Tropical locations.