About the Role
Outreach Recruitment is seeking an experienced Fleet, Tools and Facility Manager on behalf of a well-established marine engineering organisation based in Paola, Malta. This is a full-time, on-site role responsible for the operational management of the company's fleet, shipyard production tools and equipment, and all facility and infrastructure operations across a dynamic shipyard environment.
This position suits an operationally minded professional with a strong background in fleet, industrial asset, and facility management, ideally within a shipbuilding, ship repair, or large-scale industrial setting.
Key Responsibilities
Fleet Management
- Oversee company fleet including passenger vehicles, vans, operational vehicles, forklifts, aerial work platforms, and cranes.
- Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance across all fleet assets.
- Monitor operating costs and fuel consumption.
- Manage leasing, rentals, purchases, and equipment disposal.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and insurance documentation.
Tools and Production Equipment
- Maintain availability and reliability of shipyard tools and production equipment.
- Coordinate maintenance, inspections, calibrations, and certifications.
- Manage equipment inventories and lifecycle planning.
- Optimise equipment allocation across projects and operational areas.
Facilities and Infrastructure
- Coordinate maintenance of dry docks, workshops, warehouses, buildings, and operational areas.
- Ensure proper functionality of dry dock systems.
- Manage maintenance contracts with external suppliers.
- Support facility upgrades and capital investments.
- Monitor energy consumption and operating costs.
Compliance
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
- Support inspections, audits, and regulatory verifications.
- Assist project teams with resource planning and asset allocation.
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Naval Engineering, Facility Management, or related field (or technical diploma with relevant experience).
- Minimum 5 years in fleet, industrial asset, facility, or maintenance management.
- Background in shipbuilding, ship repair, industrial manufacturing, or infrastructure operations preferred.
- Experience with industrial equipment, lifting devices, vehicles, and facilities.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Budgeting, cost control, and contractor management experience.
- Proficiency in CMMS, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a shipyard, dry-dock, or marine engineering environment.
- Familiarity with classification society requirements and vessel maintenance schedules.
- Knowledge of CMMS platforms used in marine or industrial settings.
- Experience managing subcontractors and external service providers in a regulated environment.
What's on Offer
- Full-time, stable employment with a well-established marine engineering organisation in Malta.
- Broad operational scope covering fleet management, production equipment, and shipyard facilities.
- Involvement in dry-dock maintenance, capital investment projects, and operational planning.
- Competitive salary package.
- Career development and progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
About Outreach Recruitment
Outreach Recruitment Ltd is a Malta-based recruitment agency connecting employers with qualified local and international talent across maritime, engineering, finance, hospitality, healthcare, technology, construction, and other sectors.
How To Apply
Apply online for this Fleet, Tools and Facility Manager vacancy in Paola, Malta through the Outreach Recruitment careers platform: Apply directly online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Fleet, Tools and Facility Manager do in a shipyard?
This role oversees the operational management of the company fleet (vehicles, forklifts, cranes), shipyard production tools and equipment, and all facility and infrastructure functions including dry docks, workshops, and warehouses. The manager ensures availability, compliance, cost control, and effective maintenance across all three areas.
Is this a full-time position?
Yes. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Paola, South Eastern Malta, within a well-established marine engineering and shipyard organisation.
What qualifications are required for this role?
A degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Naval Engineering, Facility Management, or a related field is preferred, or a technical diploma with substantial relevant experience. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in fleet, industrial asset, facility, or maintenance management, ideally within a shipyard or industrial environment.
Where is this job based in Malta?
The role is based in Paola, South Eastern Malta, within a well-established marine engineering and shipyard organisation.
How do I apply for this Fleet, Tools and Facility Manager vacancy?
Apply online through the Outreach Recruitment careers platform using the Apply Now button on this page. For enquiries, contact hr@outreachrecruitment.net and quote reference OR-FTF-2026-001.
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