Technical Superintendent / Corporate Marine Engineer

We are A-ROSA

A-ROSA is the pioneer of experiential city trips along the most beautiful rivers in Europe. With over 800 employees and a fleet of fifteen premium-vessels, we offer our guests a comfortable alternative to the classic city trip.

At A-ROSA, we work WITH PASSION because for us, our job is more than just a profession. We treat everyone WITH RESPECT, as everyone deserves appreciation. We act WITH DEPENDABILITY because colleagues and guests can rely on us. We commit WITH A RESPONSIBLE ATTITUDE to ensure that the world remains beautiful in the future. We approach our work WITH IDEAS, as all of us have creative contributions that drive us forward.

Your Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the technical readiness, safety, cost efficiency and continued development of the entire fleet. You will lead the technical personnel on board and ensure compliance with all statutory, classification society and internal company requirements.

For our Nautical and Technical Department, we are looking for a Technical Superintendent / Corporate Marine Engineer (all genders) to work across our fleet and at our office in Chur, Switzerland.

• Oversee and ensure technically reliable and cost-efficient vessel operations across the fleet.
• Plan and supervise shipyard periods and conduct regular vessel visits.
• Prepare inspection reports.
• Support the insurance department in handling insurance claims.
• Contribute to cost planning and budgeting.
• Monitor and inspect repairs to vessel machinery and technical systems.
• Manage external contractors and coordinate servicing work.
• Plan the deployment of Chief Engineers and Electricians and contribute to their technical training and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant occupational health and safety regulations on board.
• Put the company’s objectives into practice within vessel operations.
• Plan, guide and oversee technical vessel operations from shore.
• Support the procurement department in sourcing spare parts and technical materials.
• Monitor the validity of crew qualifications and certificates, as well as vessel documentation.
• Develop, establish and maintain quality standards.

Your Benefits

• The opportunity to actively shape the technical development of our fleet.
• An attractive salary reflecting fleet-wide responsibility.
• An interesting and varied role.
• A diverse range of activities, both in the office and on board.
• A permanent employment contract.
• Short decision-making processes, flat hierarchies and the freedom to work independently.
• Opportunities to work from home by agreement with your manager.
• A friendly working environment within a highly motivated and experienced team.
• Responsibility from day one.
• Attractive Family & Friends discounts.

Your Profile

• A qualification as a Marine Engineer or a comparable technical qualification.
• Several years of professional experience in vessel repairs or operations, preferably with a focus on propulsion systems; experience in servicing and shipyard work would be an advantage.
• Strong communication skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Good written and spoken German and English.
• Proficiency in using computers and MS Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills.
• A keen interest in ships and vessel technology.
• Willingness to travel.
• A commercially minded approach.
• Residence in Switzerland is required; the role is based in Chur and on board our vessels.