Vessel Manager

Hibob; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company is seeking a Vessel Manager to oversee ship management teams and ensure operations run smoothly and safely. In this role, you will be accountable for vessel performance, compliance with regulations, and budget management. The Vessel Manager will provide technical support, monitor vessel conditions, and report to senior management. Candidates should have experience in ship management and leadership capabilities to coach team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Treat health, safety, and environment as top priority.
• Provide day-to-day technical and operational support and guidance to assigned vessels.
• Monitor vessel performance and ensure follow up action.

Job description

The Vessel Managers are the ‘front line’ operators heading their ship management teams. Vessel Managers are fully supported in their role by Marine & Technical Services, HSEQ, Marine Assurance, Marine HR, and Business Analysts. The Vessel Managers will have full responsibility and accountability for the success of the operations and people on board their vessels. The measure of our success will be achieving all KPIs on a consistent basis, meeting the business unit expectations, and upholding the company brand.

Major Responsibilities

• Treat health, safety, and environment as top priority.
• Ensure vessels are operated in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner, ensuring compliance with class, statutory and company requirements.
• Provide day-to-day technical and operational support and guidance to assigned vessels.
• Management of vessel budgets and operating expenditure.
• Monitor vessel performance and ensure follow up action. Carry out regular risk reviews for vessel operations and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
• Fully responsible for vessel dry-dockings and major scheduled & unscheduled repairs. This includes planning, execution, and review of all projects.
• Set clear goals and expectations and coach and develop Masters, Chief Engineers in line with competence and performance management objectives. Participate in interviews and make recommendations regarding new-hires and promotions.
• Act as the main contact for commercial and voyage coordination for assigned vessels.
• Carry out regular vessel visits to confirm condition and compliance with company Operating Standards and provide senior management with vessel condition reports.