Head of Asset & Vessel Management

Ably Resources; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An international organisation in Malaysia is seeking a senior leader for its asset and vessel management function. The role involves shaping strategic plans, enhancing fleet utilisation, and overseeing compliance for complex DP and heavy-lift vessels. Candidates must have over 20 years of experience in offshore oil & gas or marine energy, with a proven track record in asset performance and leadership. This is a high-impact role that offers strategic influence and leadership opportunities.

Qualifications

• 20+ years’ experience in offshore oil & gas/marine energy.
• Minimum of 10 years in senior asset/vessel leadership.
• Demonstrable experience with DP vessels.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute asset & vessel management strategy.
• Oversee lifecycle activities: acquisition, operation, maintenance.
• Manage OPEX/CAPEX planning and asset budget.

Skills

Asset performance improvement

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering

Job description

We’re recruiting a senior leader to take full accountability for an international organisation’s assets and vessel management function. This is a strategic, hands‑on role responsible for maximising fleet availability, driving operational excellence and ensuring regulatory/class compliance across complex DP and heavy‑lift vessels.

Your new role:

• Set and execute asset & vessel management strategy to optimise utilisation, lifecycle and return on investment.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing asset team, embedding continuous improvement and succession planning.
• Oversee full lifecycle activities: acquisition, operation, maintenance, dry‑docking and disposal.
• Deliver safety, technical integrity and class compliance across the fleet.
• Manage OPEX/CAPEX planning and the annual asset budget; drive cost‑efficient maintenance and vendor negotiations.
• Support commercial and delivery teams with asset readiness for tenders and project mobilisation.

Must-have experience & qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering or related discipline.
• 20+ years’ experience in offshore oil & gas / marine energy, with a minimum of 10 years in senior asset/vessel leadership.
• Direct, demonstrable experience with DP vessels — Heavy‑lift and Pipe‑lay DP vessels experience is essential.
• Strong track record in asset performance improvement, maintenance strategy, dry‑dock planning and regulatory/class engagement.
• Proven financial acumen managing budgets, CAPEX programmes and cost recovery.

What success looks like within this role:

• Improved fleet uptime and utilisation.
• Robust maintenance governance and compliant class status.
• Clear lifecycle plans and optimised OPEX/CAPEX performance.
• A resilient, capable asset team with succession in place.

This is a high‑impact role offering genuine strategic influence within a global fleet operations environment. You’ll join the leadership team, shape long‑term asset plans and lead critical decisions on fleet renewal and performance.

Please send updated CV’s to my email below for a confidential chat!