Vessel Manager

GO OFFSHORE Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GO OFFSHORE Pty Ltd is seeking a Vessel Manager to lead a diverse offshore fleet from its West Perth head office. You will drive safe, efficient performance, lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with clients across domestic and international jurisdictions to deliver high-quality marine services.

Reporting to the COO, you will oversee technical, crewing, purchasing and HSEQ functions, shaping policies and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise service delivery and commercial

Qualifications

• Extensive offshore marine or offshore energy experience with vessel operations.
• Strong DP knowledge and offshore DP operator experience preferred.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management across onshore and offshore teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, efficient, commercially-driven vessel management.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Operations, Crewing, Technical and HSEQ.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, class and client standards.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders on planning, reporting and tenders.
• Develop and implement fleet policies, processes and continuous improvement.
• Approve senior officers appointments and oversee crew assignments.
• Drive purchasing and asset management to optimise costs.
• Monitor revenue, utilisation and performance targets.
• Foster ethics, safety culture and incident-free operations.
• Provide leadership in risk management and contract administration.

Skills

DP operations

Fleet management

Client relations

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

GO OFFSHORE Pty Ltd (GO) is an energy services company specialising in the delivery of safe, reliable and high-quality marine and logistics solutions to the global offshore energy industry. We currently operate and manage vessels across Taiwan, Malaysia, Japan, Brunei, Mexico, the North Sea, the Middle East and Australia.

As GO expands its global footprint and service offering, we are seeking a motivated and operationally minded VESSEL MANAGER to join our high-performing Operations team, located at our head office in West Perth. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of offshore vessels, provide leadership to multidisciplinary teams, collaborate with clients and stakeholders across multiple domestic and international jurisdictions, and play a key role in driving operational excellence and supporting the ongoing success of our business.

The Opportunity

Reporting to GO’s Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Vessel Manager is responsible for the overall management, performance and development of assigned vessels, with accountability for vessel-specific Technical, HSEQ, Crewing and Purchasing functions. Working closely with onshore and offshore leadership teams, the Vessel Manager will foster strong client relationships, drive operational excellence and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery across the fleet.

As Vessel Manager, your key areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

Operational Management

Accountable for the safe, efficient and commercially effective management of assigned vessels to achieve revenue, utilisation and performance targets while maintaining strong client service and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Technical Management

Ensure the technical integrity, maintenance planning and defect management of assigned vessels to maintain reliability, compliance, operational readiness and asset performance.

Service Delivery Coordination

Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, including Operations, Crewing, Technical and HSEQ personnel, to ensure the safe, efficient and reliable delivery of vessel services.

Compliance

Ensure vessel operations and crewing activities meet all applicable maritime, flag state, class, legislative and client requirements, together with GO OFFSHORE's safety, ISO and HSEQ standards.

Client Management

Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, providing operational support, project planning, progress reporting, issue resolution and commercial input for tenders, proposals and other client requirements.

People Management

Approve the appointment of Senior Officers and oversee crew assignments, while proactively managing the performance and development of Masters and Chief Engineers through regular feedback, formal appraisals and performance management where required.

Strategic Planning

Support the implementation of the Company's operational strategy through the development and continuous improvement of policies, processes and systems that promote sustainable growth, operational excellence and commercial performance.

Leadership & Best Practice

Foster a culture of professionalism, high performance and accountability, ensuring activities are conducted ethically, safely and in accordance with legislative and corporate requirements.

Continuous Improvement

Identify and implement initiatives that improve operational efficiency, optimise purchasing and asset management practices, reduce costs and enhance service delivery outcomes.

Skills, Experience, Knowledgeand Personal Attributes

Extensive experience within the offshore marine, maritime or offshore energy sector, gained through seagoing service aboard offshore vessels and/or significant shore-based operational, technical or fleet management roles.

A strong understanding of Dynamic Positioning (DP) vessel operations and DP systems is essential, with practical offshore DP experience gained as an offshore DP Operator being highly desirable.

Demonstrated leadership and management experience within a marine, maritime or offshore services organisation, including responsibility for leading teams, managing operational performance and achieving business objectives.

Strong working knowledge of offshore vessel operations, maritime regulations, vessel compliance requirements and project delivery within the offshore energy, marine or related sectors.

Sound understanding of vessel management, fleet operations, maintenance planning and operational risk management.

Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives, business plans and operational improvements, with a proactive and solution-focused approach to problem solving.

Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient and commercially successful operational outcomes.

Well-developed leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a proven ability to influence outcomes and foster strong, collaborative relationships with clients, vessel crews, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

General understanding of commercial management, contract administration and commercial negotiations.

Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and operational reporting systems.

Working knowledge of ISO management systems and HSEQ principles.

All applications will be dealt with in strict confidentiality.

GO OFFSHORE Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes diversity in our workforce. We encourage applicants of all ages and backgrounds to apply.

Applicants must hold working rights in Australia to apply for this position.