Vessel Manager – Gas Carriers (LNG/LPG) | Hybrid

Wilhelmsen Ship Management; Bærum; Hybrid; NOK 800,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Job summary

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is seeking a Vessel Manager to lead a small LNG/LPG gas carrier fleet from Lysaker, Norway. You will own technical management, safety, compliance, and operational performance, working closely with owners, charterers, and onboard teams.

You will oversee 2–3 vessels, steer budget control, inspections, and reporting, and contribute to continuous improvement in a safety‑driven, global maritime environment. Hybrid work arrangement offered.

Qualifications

• Seagoing experience as Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer, or relevant shore-based experience such as class surveyor or naval architect.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Skills

Gas carriers knowledge

Engineering background

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is seeking a Vessel Manager to lead a small LNG/LPG gas carrier fleet from Lysaker, Norway. You will own technical management, safety, compliance, and operational performance, working closely with owners, charterers, and onboard teams.

You will oversee 2–3 vessels, steer budget control, inspections, and reporting, and contribute to continuous improvement in a safety‑driven, global maritime environment. Hybrid work arrangement offered.