Job Title: Automation Superintendent – LNG Maritime Operations
Location: Global role (travel required)
Industry: Maritime / Energy
Employment Type: Full-time
VHR is hiring an Automation Superintendent on behalf of a leading client in the maritime energy sector. This role focuses on the technical oversight of LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) vessels and infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Electrical, Instrumentation, and Automation (E/I/A) systems.
You will be the key point of contact for all E/I/A matters, supporting on-board teams and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This position offers a unique chance to work with high-value maritime assets in a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of marine energy innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide day-to-day E/I/A technical support to vessel crews and superintendents
* Supervise E/I/A tasks for operational and new-build LNG assets
* Manage dry-docking and major maintenance planning
* Execute system upgrades and modifications
* Oversee technical budgets, procurement, and certification processes
* Ensure regulatory compliance through coordination with internal and external stakeholders
Requirements:
* Master’s degree in Automation, Electromechanics, or equivalent practical experience
* Minimum 3 years in a maritime technical role, ideally as an Automation Engineer at sea
* Strong understanding of DCS, SIS, and Honeywell systems
* Familiarity with international maritime regulations
* Excellent communication and project coordination skills
* Fluent in spoken and written English
Join a company shaping the future of LNG shipping and marine energy.