The role
Position: Technical Manager
Contract type: Full Time
Reporting to: General Fleet Manager - Technical (London)
Location: Mumbai, India

Overview of role
As Technical Manager you are responsible for:
Ensuring secure, reliable, compliant, and cost-effective technical management of assigned vessels in alignment with company policies and objectives.
Support the GFM Tech in maintaining fleet technical performance and operational readiness.
Provide consistent technical guidance and support to vessel teams to ensure effective maintenance and defect resolution.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and assigned technical projects.

Key responsibilities and primary deliverables

Leadership & Technical Management
Demonstrate leadership through consistent decision-making, effective communication, and ownership of technical outcomes.
Provide consistent technical leadership to assigned vessel teams, reinforcing company standards, safety culture, and operational discipline.
Manage the day-to-day technical condition, maintenance, and operational support of assigned vessels.




Ensure compliance with statutory, class, flag, and company safety and environmental requirements.
Monitor vessel condition through reports, PMS, inspections, and performance data, and initiate corrective actions as required.
Coordinate and support onboard teams in troubleshooting technical issues and defects.
Act as technical focal point for assigned vessels, ensuring continuity through proper handover during absence.
Plan, coordinate and execute vessel inspections.
Participate as needed in office audits.

Maintenance, Repairs & Budget Control
Prepare, monitor, and control technical budgets for assigned vessels, including repairs, spares, and consumables.
Plan, coordinate, and execute routine repairs, voyage repairs, and technical inspections.
Support dry-dock planning and execution under the guidance of the Senior TM / GFM TECH.
Review invoices and recommend payments in line with delegated aut

📌 Technical Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 Zodiac Maritime
📍 Mumbai