Vessel Manager – Gas/LNG/LPG Carriers (Hybrid, Global Ops)

Wilhelmsen group; Bærum; Hybrid; NOK 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and strong pension

Company cabins across Norway andEurope

Active social and sports community (Wİ

Social and cultural activities

Job summary

Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM) is seeking an experienced Vessel Manager to lead a specialized gas carrier portfolio (LNG/LPG) from our Lysaker, Norway office. The role combines hands-on vessel operations with shore-based leadership, reporting to owners and charterers.

You will ensure safe, compliant, and cost-efficient operations, conduct visits, manage budgets, and collaborate with internal teams across HSEQ, operations, and commercial.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chief Engineer or 2nd Engineer onboard, or relevant shore-based role.
• Experience with gas carriers (LNG/LPG or similar).
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and environmental performance.
• Proficient in English and able to communicate clearly.
• Ability to build relationships with vessels, owners and internal teams.

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 (OCIMF, Oil Majors, CDI, RightShip).
• Support charter party matters and communication with charterers.

Skills

Seagoing exp

Gas carrier exp

Regulatory knowledge

Safety focus

English proficiency

Stakeholder relations

Job description

Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM) is seeking an experienced Vessel Manager to lead a specialized gas carrier portfolio (LNG/LPG) from our Lysaker, Norway office. The role combines hands-on vessel operations with shore-based leadership, reporting to owners and charterers.

You will ensure safe, compliant, and cost-efficient operations, conduct visits, manage budgets, and collaborate with internal teams across HSEQ, operations, and commercial.