International Consultant - Technical supervision of afloat repair, mechanical refurbishment, system restoration, testing and handover of Tugboat Danum 61
Quick answer
UNDP Yemen is seeking an International Consultant to provide technical supervision of afloat repair, mechanical refurbishment, system restoration, testing and handover of Tugboat Danum 61, with a focus on quality assurance and progress monitoring. The position is field-based in Mukalla, Yemen, and requires a Master's degree and 5-9 years of relevant experience.
- Role
- International Consultant - Technical supervision of afloat repair, mechanical refurbishment, system restoration, testing and handover of Tugboat Danum 61
- Organization
- UN Development Programme, through Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development (SOC)
- Location
- Mukalla, Hadramout Governorate, Yemen
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The position involves technical supervision of afloat repair, mechanical refurbishment, system restoration, testing and handover of Tugboat Danum 61, with a focus on quality assurance and progress monitoring.
What you'll do
- Provide technical support across the procurement, implementation, testing and handover stages
- Supervise dismantling, condition assessment, overhaul, repair, reassembly and commissioning of the main engines, auxiliary generators, gearboxes, pumps and associated systems
- Review dimensional checks, NDT results, inspection findings and repair recommendations
- Witness and document underwater inspections and works
- Monitor contractor compliance with approved quality-control procedures, method statements, inspection/test plans and applicable marine HSE requirements
- Witness and verify quayside/static testing of machinery, generators, switchboards, pumps and associated systems prior to sea trials
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
- Minimum 5-9 years of relevant professional experience
- Experience in marine engineering, vessel repair/overhaul, shipyard supervision, marine surveying, dockmaster operations
- Experience in inspection, QA/QC, testing, commissioning and sea trials for vessel repair or rehabilitation projects
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Working knowledge of Arabic is highly desirable
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is field-based in Mukalla, Hadramout Governorate, Yemen.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, and at least 5-9 years of relevant professional experience.
How do I apply?
Candidates must submit a personal CV or P11 indicating relevant assignments and contact details of at least two professional references through the SOC's portal.
Is the job remote?
The job is field-based with regular presence at the vessel/worksite and other relevant project locations in Mukalla.
How to apply
Apply directly on UN Development Programme, through Stars Orbit Consultants and Management Development (SOC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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