Head of Vessel Management

ExecThread; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organization in maritime management seeks a Head of Vessel Management in Kuala Lumpur. The successful candidate will lead strategic planning and execution for asset and vessel management, focusing on the entire lifecycle from acquisition to disposal. With a minimum of 20 years' experience in offshore oil and gas, candidates should possess strong skills in asset management and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to shape asset strategy and fleet performance in a high-impact environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of working experience in offshore oil and gas, marine, and energy sectors.
• Strong track record in asset management and vessel operations, especially with dynamic positioning vessels.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of asset and vessel management.
• Drive operational excellence and ensure compliance with maritime regulations.
• Manage budgets and KPIs while supporting commercial readiness.
• Develop a high-performing team and champion continuous improvement.

Skills

Asset management

Vessel operations

Operational excellence

Compliance with maritime regulations

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, naval architecture, marine, or related field

Job description

The Company is seeking a Head of Vessel Management to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the strategic planning and execution of asset and vessel management, with a focus on the full lifecycle from acquisition to disposal. This role involves driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations, managing budgets and KPIs, and supporting commercial readiness.

The Head of Vessel Management will also be tasked with developing a high-performing team and championing continuous improvement across global operations. To be considered for this position, candidates must have a minimum of 20 years' of working experience in the offshore oil and gas, marine, and energy sector, and hold a Bachelor's degree in engineering, naval architecture, marine, or a related field. A strong track record in asset management and vessel operations, particularly with dynamic positioning vessels, is essential.

The role offers the opportunity to work in a high-impact, global organization and to play a key part in shaping asset strategy and fleet performance.

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