JOB DETAILS
Technical Superintendent Bulk (m/f/d)
CompanyPeter Döhle Schiffahrts-KG
LocationHamburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 10, 2026
About The Company
Döhle Group is a family-owned group of companies and has been a trusted partner in the maritime industry since 1956. With around 5,000 employees worldwide – on board and ashore in locations such as Hamburg, Singapore, Manila, and the Isle of Man – we provide a broad range of services that ensure the safe and efficient operation of seagoing vessels. Our core areas of expertise include technical management, crew management, chartering, insurance, ship sale & purchase, and a variety of specialized maritime solutions.
The Döhle Group is the exclusive chartering broker for a versatile fleet of around 500 owned and managed container ships, bulk carriers, and multi-purpose vessels. Our portfolio includes container vessels ranging from 300 to 13,000 TEU, as well as multi-purpose and bulk carriers with deadweights between 1,800 and 210,000 dwt – tailored to meet the demands of global trade.
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES
- Commercial Management: Reliable relationships with charterers globally.
- Agency & Logistics: Tailor-made logistics solutions under one roof.
- Sale & Purchase: Expert brokers guiding you through newbuilding projects and second-hand deals.
- Technical Management: Ensuring safe, efficient, and seamless operations across all vessels.
- Crew Management: Access to a dedicated pool of skilled, experienced seafarers with high retention rates.
- Insurance: Independent maritime insurance brokerage, focused on your needs.
OUR WEBSITE
For further information check out our website:
🌐http://www.doehle.de
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About the Role
About the role
PETER DÖHLE Schiffahrts-KG is a provider of global maritime services with roots in Hamburg and home ports all over the world. We see ourselves as a company group rich in tradition yet future-oriented, providing tailor-made solutions for the entire shipping industry. To support our Shipmanagement at the next possible time, we are looking for a Technical Superintendent Bulk (m/f/d).YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- responsibility for overall management and technical operation of the assigned vessels
- regular on-board visits and monitoring of ship operation, technical performance, safety requirements and vessels’ condition
- planning, tendering, monitoring and coordination of repairs and shipyard times
- budget planning, monitoring vessels’ expenditure and reporting
- liaison with classification societies, flag state administration and regulatory bodies
- responsibility for the introduction and compliance with all legal regulations, e.g. ISM, UVV, MARPOL, SOLAS etc.
- supporting vettings of the vessels and contributing to questionnaires / general questions of Chartering and Operation department as well as terminals
- advising vessels’ senior staff and submitting appraisal reports and evaluating the performance of vessel´s management
- fostering close cooperation with other departments (Operations / Chartering / Crewing / Controlling) and the crew to work as a team and working towards the common goals
- Keeping close contact to customers and advising them best possible abt. handling and costs of technical issues and forward plannings
Your profile
- completed studies of ship-engineering
- longstanding work experience in a responsible position as Chief or Second Engineer
- basic knowledge of business administration (e.g. reporting, budget-planning)
- good communication skills with fluency in English and preferably German
- knowledge of ISM-system
- flexibility and willingness to travel internationally
- preferably experience in bulk shipping of different vessels sizes and setups
Our benefits
- a challenging and varied job with a lot of (personal) responsibility
- a pleasant working atmosphere in a highly motivated, dynamic team as well as individual perspectives for further development
- an exclusive working environment at the Elbe with an in-house fitness area and company restaurant
- an attractive salary package with many offers for financial security, mobility and other financial benefits
We would like to welcome you on board!
Do you think the position matches your expectations? Then we look forward to receiving your application, either online via the application form or by e-mail.Please state your salary expectations and the earliest possible starting date.
If you have any questions, Jan Wichers, our Recruiting Specialist, will be happy to help you: career@doehle.de
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About us
With it's 2,000 employees ashore and 4,900 crew members at sea the Döhle Group is one of the leading providers of shipping services worldwide.Founded 1965 in Hamburg, the family-owned company operates a modern fleet of about 500 container vessels, multi-purpose vessels and bulk carriers. Besides the core competences of chartering and sale & purchase of ships, the Döhle Group offers a wide variety of further services. The spectrum ranges from financial, commerical and technical support to insurance services and crew management, full agency services, bunker services as well as development of shipping software.
The Döhle Group acts as exclusive chartering broker for a fleet of 500 container ships, bulk- and multi-purpose vessels.
Today's fleet encompasses container vessels with a capacity of 300 up to 13,000 TEU, multi-purpose carriers and bulk carriers ranging from 1,800 to about 210,000 dwt deadweight.
PETER DÖHLE Schiffahrts-KG is a provider of global maritime services with roots in Hamburg and home ports all over the world.
We see ourselves as a traditional yet forward-looking group of companies that offers customised solutions for the entire shipping industry.
Key Skills
Ship engineeringTechnical managementBudget planningISM complianceMARPOLSOLASVessel operationShipyard coordinationReportingCommunicationBulk shippingTechnical performance monitoringFlag state administrationClassification societiesTeam leadership
Categories
EngineeringLogisticsTransportationManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Challenging and varied jobPersonal responsibilityPleasant working atmosphereIndividual development perspectivesIn-house fitness areaCompany restaurantAttractive salary packageFinancial security offersMobility offers
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Technical Superintendent is responsible for the overall management and technical operation of assigned bulk vessels, including maintenance, repairs, and budget oversight. They must ensure compliance with international maritime regulations and maintain close coordination with crew, chartering, and technical departments.
📋Job Type
permanent employee
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
1727
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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