Project Manager, Ship Recycling

Wilhelmsen Ship Management Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ship management company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced professional to manage ship recycling projects. The role involves planning, coordinating, and managing projects while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. Successful candidates will have strong project management capabilities, experience in the maritime sector, and excellent communication skills. Join a vibrant work environment focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in ship recycling or related maritime sectors.
• Good knowledge of ship recycling regulations.
• Strong project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage ship recycling projects from setup to completion.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and authorities.
• Develop project plans to track progress and resources.
• Ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Team collaboration

Job description

About Us

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is one of the world’s largest third-party ship managers originated from Oslo, Norway with a portfolio of more than 450 vessels, a pool of more than 14,000 seafarers and over 900 shore-based employees all over the world. Our employees are working with a comprehensive global maritime group providing over half of the merchant fleet with essential products and services, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail.

We offer a culture and vibrant work environment of strong leadership, collaborative, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. All team members are empowered with the freedom to influence each other as long it complies with our Company’s values and vision.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage ship recycling projects from setup to completion, in accordance with approved procedures, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, authorities, and yards involved in the ship recycling process.
• Develop detailed project plans to track progress, resource allocation, and timelines.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and costs, ensuring quality and timely completion.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and reports for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to ship recycling industry rules, such as international conventions and local regulations for worker safety and environmental protection.
• Manage project/site teams, enforce safety protocols, and resolve technical or operational issues.
• Stay updated on technological advancements, best practices, and regulatory changes in ship recycling.

Qualifications

• Good experience in ship recycling, or related maritime and environmental sectors.
• Good knowledge of ship recycling regulations and market.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Problem‑solving aptitude and ability to work in challenging environments.
• Knowledge of Class rules and industry standards.
• Proactive, self‑motivated team player with high integrity.
• Excellent communication skills and a very good command of spoken and written English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Work experience in a quality shipyard for ship repair or commercial department dealing with estimation and invoicing, or experience in a Shipping Company related to Drydocking supervision.
• A strong desire to succeed in developing the business through excellence in performance.
• Knowledge of relevant ISO standards and requirements.

Additional Information

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please note that all positions at Wilhelmsen are subject to reference and ID checks. For certain roles, additional background screening may be required.

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