Vessel Manager – Gas Carriers /LNG Bunker vessels/LPG Carriers

Wilhelmsen; Viken; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and pension

Company cabins across Norway andEurope

Social and sports community (WIL)

Wide range of social and cultural year

Job summary

Wilhelmsen Ship Management in Lysaker, Norway, is seeking an experienced Vessel Manager to lead 2–3 vessels (gas carriers, LNG/LPG) with responsibility for safe, compliant, and efficient operations. The role links ship and shore, supporting owners, charterers, and onboard teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge of gas carriers, regulatory standards, and a proven safety-focused mindset. This hybrid, full-time position offers a clear career path and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Seagoing experience as Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer, or shore-based equivalent.
• Experience with gas carriers (LNG/LPG) or similar.
• Strong knowledge of class, statutory, and industry standards.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Fluent English communication.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vessel operations.
• Maintain compliance with class, statutory, and industry requirements.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to vessels.
• Plan vessel visits and inspections.
• Monitor performance and cargo operations.
• Manage budgets and financial follow-up.
• Deliver clear reporting to owners and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with owners, charterers, and onboard teams.

Skills

Seagoing experience

Gas carrier experience

Regulatory requirements knowledge

Safety, quality, environmental focus

English communication skills

Job description

## Vessel Manager – Gas Carriers /LNG Bunker vessels/LPG CarriersApplylocations: Lysakertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: July 8, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: JOBREQ\\_12653Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.**Join Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM)** as **Vessel Manager – Gas Carriers /LNG Bunker vessels/LPG Carriers****Location:** Lysaker, Norway **| Type:** Full-time, HybridJoin Wilhelmsen Ship Management and take ownership of a modern gas carrier fleet operating in a highly specialized and safety-critical segment.We are looking for an experienced Vessel Manager to strengthen our LPG and LNG team. In this role, you will be responsible for the technical management of a small portfolio of vessels, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations in close collaboration with owners, charterers, and onboard teams.This is an opportunity to move into—or further develop within—a shore-based leadership role, while staying close to vessel operations and technical decision-making.**Your responsibilities:**You will have overall technical responsibility for 2–3 vessels and act as the key link between ship and shore. Your main responsibilities include:* Ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vessel operations* Maintaining compliance with class, statutory, and industry requirements* Providing day-to-day technical support to vessels* Planning and conducting vessel visits and inspections* Monitoring operational performance, including technical and cargo operations* Managing budgets, cost control, and financial follow-up* Delivering clear reporting to vessel owners and stakeholders* Participating in meetings with owners, charterers, and vessels**In addition, you will*** Support incident analysis and follow-up in collaboration with HSEQ* Contribute to continuous improvement and preventive actions* Handle responses to key industry stakeholders (e.g. OCIMF, Oil Majors, CDI, RightShip)* Support charter party matters and communication with charterers**Who we are looking for**We are looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with a collaborative and structured way of working.You likely have:* Seagoing experience as Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer, or relevant shore-based experience (e.g. class surveyor, naval architect)* Experience with gas carriers (LNG, LPG, or similar)* Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards* A strong focus on safety, quality, and environmental performance* Good communication skills in English* The ability to build relationships with vessels, owners, and internal teams**Why join Wilhelmsen Ship Management?*** Work with a highly specialized gas fleet in a global organization* Take ownership of your vessels and influence technical decisions* Collaborate with experienced professionals across operations, HSEQ, and commercial teams* Be part of a company with strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement**We also offer:*** Flexible working arrangements in a collaborative environment* Competitive salary and a strong pension scheme* Access to company cabins across Norway and Europe* Active social and sports community (WIL)* A wide range of social and cultural activities throughout the year**Interested?**If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we would be pleased to hear from you.Apply via our careers portal by submitting your CV and a short motivation. **Location:** Lysaker, Norway **Application deadline:** 08.07.2026**Contact:** Ken Wike Hansen, Fleet Manager [phone]