Location: Port of Busan area, South Korea (on site at the shipyard)
Employment type: Fixed-term, project-based (approximately 8 to 10 months)
Eyonzy Recruitment is hiring an Assistant Technical Superintendent for a US-headquartered shipowner and logistics provider, to act as its on-site technical representative for a vessel repair project in the Port of Busan area. This is a fixed-term engagement running from the vessel's arrival at the yard through sea trials and redelivery, expected to last 8 to 10 months. It suits a bilingual marine engineer or deck officer with ship repair or dry docking experience who wants to lead an owner's interests on site.
Key details
- Job title: Assistant Technical Superintendent
- Location: On site at the shipyard, Port of Busan area, South Korea
- Contract: Fixed-term, project-based, approximately 8 to 10 months, ending at project completion
- Reporting to: Fleet Technical Director
- Salary: USD 80,000 to 85,000 a year (approximately USD 6,670 to 7,080 a month), prorated for the length of the engagement
- Employment: Through an Employer of Record partner in Korea, with statutory benefits under Korean law
- Languages: Fluent English and Korean, written and spoken (essential)
- Work authorisation: Must already hold the right to work in the Republic of Korea. Visa sponsorship is not available
- Experience: Seagoing experience on commercial vessels, ideally with at least 4 years of marine technical experience
- Sector: Ship repair and dry docking
About the company
Our client is a US-headquartered maritime transportation and logistics provider, operating cargo services for commercial and specialist customers worldwide, often in remote and demanding environments. It is now managing a major repair project on one of its vessels at a shipyard in the Busan area.
About the role
As Assistant Technical Superintendent, you will be the owner's eyes and ears on site, overseeing the repair work and acting as the main link between the owner, the shipyard, class and vendors. You will report to the Fleet Technical Director.
This is a hands-on, yard-based role. Working hours follow the shipyard schedule and the needs of the project, and the role ends when the vessel is redelivered.
What you will be doing
Project management
You will oversee the repair scope from the vessel's arrival at the yard through sea trials and redelivery, tracking progress against the agreed schedule and specifications. You will monitor the quality of the yard's work and confirm repairs meet the technical specifications and the owner's standards. You will track repair costs against budget, explain variances, and review change orders and yard invoices for the owner's approval. You will provide written progress reports at least weekly on status, schedule, cost and open issues, and you will identify technical problems as they arise and recommend solutions, modifications or scope changes.
Compliance and safety
You will coordinate with class surveyors and flag representatives so that all required surveys, inspections and certificates are completed and valid at redelivery. You will monitor shipyard safety practices around the vessel, report incidents and near misses, and support risk assessments and incident investigations, preparing the related reports.
Liaison and coordination
You will be the communication link between the owner, in English, and the shipyard management, subcontractors and vendors, in Korean. You will coordinate the sourcing of technical supplies and spares with the owner's supply department, and escalate promptly any issue that needs an owner decision or approval.
What we are looking for
You will be fluent in English and Korean, both written and spoken; this is essential. You will have seagoing experience on commercial vessels, for example as a licensed marine engineer or deck officer, and ideally at least 4 years of relevant marine technical experience. A maritime academy qualification or a degree in marine engineering, naval architecture or a related discipline is preferred.
Project management experience on ship repair, dry docking or newbuild projects is preferred. You will be familiar with class and flag survey requirements, and US-flag experience would be an advantage. You will be confident with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Word and Excel.
You will have a strong eye for detail, sound independent judgement and the ability to handle confidential information professionally. You must already hold the right to work in the Republic of Korea, as visa sponsorship is not available.
What is on offer
- A fixed-term project role of approximately 8 to 10 months as the owner's on-site representative
- USD 80,000 to 85,000 a year (approximately USD 6,670 to 7,080 a month), prorated for the length of the engagement
- Statutory benefits under Korean law, paid through an Employer of Record partner
- Full ownership of a major vessel repair project from yard arrival to redelivery
- Direct reporting line to the Fleet Technical Director
- A strong addition to your CV and a working relationship with an international owner
Frequently asked questions
Where is this Assistant Technical Superintendent job based?
On site at the shipyard in the Port of Busan area, South Korea.
How long is the contract?
Approximately 8 to 10 months. It is a one-time, project-based role that ends when the vessel is redelivered.
Do I need to speak Korean?
Yes. Fluent written and spoken English and Korean are essential, as you will be the link between the owner and the shipyard, subcontractors and vendors.
What is the salary?
USD 80,000 to 85,000 a year, prorated for the length of the engagement, with statutory benefits under Korean law. Final pay depends on qualifications and experience.
Is visa sponsorship available?
No. You must already hold the right to work in the Republic of Korea.
Who does the role report to?
The Senior Vice President Vessel Operations
How to apply
To apply, send your CV to Eyonzy Recruitment or apply through the Eyonzy jobs page. All applications are treated in strict confidence.