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Job Description
Apply Technical Superintendent (Yachting) Location Antwerp Job Type Permanent As Technical Superintendent, you will oversee the day to day operational, technical and financial management of the assigned yacht fleet, acting as the key point of contact between owners, crew, suppliers and shore based teams. This is a highly relationship driven position requiring diplomacy, professionalism and the ability to build trust with high profile yacht owners and onboard teams. Alongside technical oversight, you will coordinate refits, drydock projects, maintenance activities and operational planning, ensuring vessels are maintained to the highest standards while remaining compliant, efficient and within budget. You will also play an important role in supporting the future growth and development of the yachting division. Responsibilities
Oversee the daily technical and operational management of assigned yachts
Act as the primary contact for owners, crew, suppliers and external stakeholders
Coordinate maintenance, repairs, refits and drydock projects
Monitor operational budgets, OPEX and project expenditure
Ensure compliance with statutory, class and ISM requirements
Support crewing coordination alongside internal teams
Provide technical guidance and support to onboard personnel
Maintain strong communication with yacht owners and senior stakeholders
Support long term fleet growth and operational development initiatives Requirements
Previous experience within yachting, cruise or commercial vessel operations
Shore based Technical Superintendent experience or seagoing engineering background
Strong understanding of yacht systems, maintenance and technical operations
Experience managing refits, drydockings or shipyard projects
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Professional, diplomatic and service minded approach
Strong organisational and project coordination ability
Fluent English required, Dutch is advantageous
EU working rights or existing Belgium/EU based profile highly preferred Benefits
Opportunity to join a respected international maritime group
Long term career growth within an expanding yacht management division
Competitive salary and benefits package including company car
Collaborative and supportive office culture in Antwerp
Exposure to high profile owners and prestigious yacht projects
Stable, long term shore based opportunity within a growing sector Apply If this position interests you, and you would like to learn more or explore other available jobs that could also match your skill set, please apply today or email abarnard@navis-consulting.