Senior Vessel Manager

Anglo-Eastern Ship Management Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglo-Eastern Ship Management Limited in Hong Kong seeks a seasoned Chief Engineer/Vessel Manager to oversee technical operations for multiple vessels, ensuring safety, efficiency and compliance with ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL and class requirements.

You will plan maintenance, manage budgets, monitor performance and lead shore- and ship-based teams, with strong English communication and a proven record on DP or vessel management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chief Engineer on a DP vessel or Vessel Manager.
• Deep technical understanding of shipboard systems.
• Familiarity with SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, ISPS and other conventions.
• Proficient in English with strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned maintenance systems and ensure timely execution of all maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with international maritime safety standards (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL).
• Finalize and manage vessels operational budgets.
• Monitor fuel consumption and implement cost-saving measures.
• Liaise with crewing department for manning requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of fleet performance, incidents, and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

English proficiency

Vessel management

Shipboard systems

ISM/ISM/SOLAS knowledge

Budgeting

Job description

Manage the technical operation of 3-5 vessels, ensuring they are operated safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with international conventions, flag-state, class, and company requirements

Plan and oversee maintenance and repair activities, including dry-dockings, intermediate surveys, and major overhauls, ensuring work scopes, budgets, and timelines are properly defined and executed

Monitor vessel condition and performance, including machinery reliability, fuel efficiency, and planned maintenance (PMS) compliance, initiating corrective actions where required

Conduct regular vessel inspections (typically 2 to 3 times a year ) to assess technical condition, verify safety and environmental standards, and follow up on corrective actions from audits or inspections

Prepare, justify, and manage vessel budgets, tracking actual expenditures and ensuring cost control within owner-approved limits; escalates significant variances to the Fleet Manager

Coordinate procurement and logistics of spares, stores, and services through the assigned Technical Officer/Purchaser, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply chain support to vessels

Ensure statutory and class survey compliance, maintaining awareness of due dates for certificates, surveys, and dry-dockings, and ensuring required work is planned and completed

Close coordination with terminals and commercial operators to maintain schedule integrity and minimize service disruption

Support incident response and investigations, performing root-cause analysis and implementing preventive measures to improve fleet safety and reliability

Represent the company and owners’ interests in vetting inspections, third-party audits, and pre-purchase or pre-takeover inspections as required

Provide clear and regular reporting to owners and the Fleet Manager on vessel condition, performance, incidents, and ongoing projects

Work closely with the Operations and QHSE Managers, aligning technical, operational, and safety priorities for the assigned ships

Maintain strong relationships with master’s and chief engineers, providing guidance, technical advice, and leadership to ensure onboard teams meet company expectations

Maintenance & Compliance

Oversee planned maintenance systems and ensure timely execution of all maintenance.

Ensure compliance with international maritime safety standards (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL).

Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring environmental objectives, targets, and programs as per company’s environmental management system.

Budget & Cost Control

Finalize and manage vessels operational budgets.

Monitor fuel consumption and implement cost-saving measures.

Crew & Stakeholder Coordination

Liaise with crewing department for manning requirements.

Act as the primary point of contact for technical and operational queries from vessels.

Reporting & Documentation

Maintain accurate records of fleet performance, incidents, and maintenance.

Prepare monthly operational reports for your line manager.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Chief engineer on DP vessel or Vessel Manager, with a solid background in the technical and operational management of vessels

Deep technical understanding of shipboard systems is essential

Familiarity with SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, ISPS, and other international conventions governing vessel safety, environmental protection, and operational compliance

Proficient in English, with strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with ship and shore-based teams

Anglo-Eastern is a leading global provider of ship management services. We have been working with shipowners and our clients for over 40 years, driven by our passion for ships. We are committed and engage in all areas of ship management, crew management

and technical services for all types and sizes of ships.

Anglo-Eastern sets the bar in ship management and we do not compromise on quality. We work with our clients through open and honest dialogue, as building trust is central to what we do.

We set high standards across all aspects of our business and continuously invest to surpass them.

This includes investing in our people through ongoing education and training, which are critical to enabling our people to perform at their best.

Anglo-Eastern operates all around the world, with our head office in Hong Kong and over 25 office locations in Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Americas.

We want to create a positive impact in our communities and we do this by doing the right things the right way, and by remaining true to ourselves - genuine, spirited, practical and empathetic. You may visit our website at www.angloeastern.com for more information

about our Company.

Anglo-Eastern is a leading global provider of ship management services. We have been working with shipowners and our clients for over 40 years, driven by our passion for ships. We are committed and engage in all areas of ship management, crew management

and technical services for all types and sizes of ships.

Anglo-Eastern sets the bar in ship management and we do not compromise on quality. We work with our clients through open and honest dialogue, as building trust is central to what we do.

We set high standards across all aspects of our business and continuously invest to surpass them.

This includes investing in our people through ongoing education and training, which are critical to enabling our people to perform at their best.

Anglo-Eastern operates all around the world, with our head office in Hong Kong and over 25 office locations in Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Americas.

We want to create a positive impact in our communities and we do this by doing the right things the right way, and by remaining true to ourselves - genuine, spirited, practical and empathetic. You may visit our website at www.angloeastern.com for more information