Technical Manager - Cape Town, South Africa - Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing
Description
Location:
Paarden Eiland, Cape Town
About Us:
Founded in 1989, Two Oceans Marine Manufacturing is a global leader in the production of custom and semi-custom power and sailing catamarans.
Job Purpose:
As a Technical Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the engineering and technical teams to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of marine vessels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the engineering and technical teams in the design, development, and production of marine vessels, ensuring adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to engineering staff, including designers, drafters, and technicians.
- Oversee project planning and scheduling to meet production targets and customer delivery deadlines.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support new product development initiatives and resolve technical issues.
- Develop and implement engineering processes and standards to optimize efficiency and quality in manufacturing operations.
- Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of technical performance and recommend improvements or corrective actions as needed.
- Manage engineering budgets and resources to ensure costeffective operations and project execution.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory changes to inform strategic decisionmaking.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering and technical teams.
- Mentor and develop staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
Desired Experience & Qualification:
- Technical Qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in marine manufacturing/engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
- Proven track record of successful project management and delivery in a manufacturing environment.
- Deep understanding of marine vessel design, construction, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong technical proficiency in CAD software, ship design tools, and engineering analysis methods.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Demonstrated ability to drive innovation, quality, and efficiency in technical operations.
- Experience working with crossfunctional teams and external stakeholders.
- Certification or licensure in marine engineering or project management is a plus.
- Sailing and boating experience
Qualifying Attributes:
- Strategic thinker with a resultsoriented approach to problemsolving.
- Strong analytical and decisionmaking skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fastpaced, dynamic environment.
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Salary:
Negotiable, commensurate with experience.
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Pay:
From R1,00 per month
Experience:
- marine manufacturing: 7 years (required)
- management in manufacture: 5 years (required)
- sailing/boating: 5 years (required)
License/Certification:
- technical qualfication (required)
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