Port Engineer – West Africa

About the role

KOTUG is looking for an experienced Port Engineer to support its fleet across West Africa, based in Luanda, Angola. You will work closely with vessel crews, operations, and the technical department to keep vessels safe, reliable, and compliant.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day technical performance and reliability of assigned vessels.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee preventive maintenance, corrective repairs, dry dockings, and technical projects.
• Conduct vessel inspections, monitor maintenance standards, and resolve technical deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with Class, Flag State, statutory requirements, ISM Code, and company procedures.
• Procure technical spare parts, equipment, and external services while controlling inventory costs.
• Collaborate with Masters, Chief Engineers, operations teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor maintenance budgets, control repair costs, and drive continuous improvement.
• Support audits, client inspections, technical investigations, and emergency repairs.

Required profile

• Degree or Diploma in Marine Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in marine engineering, technical vessel management, or a similar role.
• Experience with Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs), Harbour Tugs, Towage, or Offshore Marine Operations.
• Strong planning, analytical, and communication abilities.

Required skills

• Marine Engineering
• Offshore Support Vessels (OSVs)
• Harbour Tugs and Towage
• Offshore Marine Operations
• Preventive Maintenance and Dry Docking
• Technical Project Management

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a global maritime leader.
• Dynamic international environment across West Africa.
• Professional development and ownership of challenging technical projects.