Shipyard Mechanical Supervisor

As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will be responsible for supervising and coordinating mechanical repair activities and associated ship components.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Anticipate, prepare, organize, and supervise propulsion line and general mechanical works onboard vessels.
• Ensure technical coordination and compliance with safety procedures on site.
• Supervise mechanical activities during vessel maintenance periods, both afloat and in dry dock.
• Carry out end-of-shift inspections, including worksite safety checks and personnel clearance.
• Ensure required equipment and tools are available, properly used, and maintained in good condition during and after operations.
• Guarantee work quality, deadlines, and safety standards for all supervised mechanical activities.
• Prepare compliance control, traceability, and quality follow-up documentation.
• Write technical intervention and work completion reports.
• Use standard metrology and measurement equipment such as calipers, depth gauges, vernier micrometers, internal micrometers, dial indicators, etc.
• Participate in the preparation of schedules and planning required for work management.
• Define internal and external training actions to develop the skills of mechanics and machinists.
• Contribute directly to team development through knowledge transfer, implementation of best practices, and targeted training related to safety and quality improvement plans.

• French speaking is a +++++
• Technical degree or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering, marine engineering, industrial maintenance, or related field.
• Proven experience supervising mechanical operations in a naval or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of marine propulsion maintenance, including propeller shafts, bow thrusters, reduction gearboxes, and propulsion systems.
• Good hydraulic knowledge for the repair and maintenance of winches, capstans, and associated equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret supplier manuals, technical documentation, mechanical drawings, work instructions, and procedures.
• Experience performing shaft alignment and alignment of mechanical equipment such as propulsion engines, gearboxes, pumps, and similar systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to propose effective repair solutions.
• Ability to identify manpower, equipment, and material requirements for mechanical project quotations.
• Leadership skills with the ability to supervise and train technical teams.
• Technical English proficiency is mandatory.
• Previous experience in a WAS-type environment is considered an advantage.

• Field-based position involving onboard vessel interventions.
• Dynamic and demanding environment requiring strong leadership, organization, and adaptability.
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of marine mechanical projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities available.
• Rotation schedule: 60 days ON / 58 days OFF.