Marine Project Executive (Shipbuilding)

Role overview

In this position, you will help drive shipbuilding and ship repair assignments from start to finish. The work focuses on keeping schedules on track, upholding quality expectations, and making sure all activities align with maritime rules and industry standards. You will work closely with shipyards, suppliers, classification bodies, and regulators, so hands-on shipyard exposure and strong coordination skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Support the full project lifecycle for shipbuilding and ship repair work, from project launch through final handover.
• Work with engineering, production, and QA/QC teams in the shipyard to monitor progress and resolve coordination issues.
• Communicate with clients, classification societies, and government or maritime authorities to arrange inspections and secure approvals.
• Help manage procurement activities, including follow-up on materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Maintain project records such as status updates, technical drawings, permits, and testing documentation.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and sea trials whenever needed.
• Monitor project expenditure and scope changes, and assist with budget control and invoicing support.

Requirements

• A diploma or bachelor’s qualification in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Studies, or a similar discipline.
• About 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, or marine engineering projects.
• Prior experience in major commercial shipyards in Singapore is a plus.
• Working knowledge of shipyard workflows such as hull fabrication, outfitting, and commissioning.
• Basic awareness of classification society standards, including BV, ABS, DNV, and Lloyd’s Register.
• Exposure to vessel categories such as aluminium, passenger, and fibre vessels.
• Understanding of HSSE requirements within shipyard environments.
• Familiarity with Singapore shipyard operating practices and safety expectations.
• Knowledge of Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore regulations is preferred.

Additional information

This is a full-time, onsite role based in Singapore. The source did not specify salary, perks, number of openings, start date, or application deadline.