Vessel Manager – LNG/LPG Carriers (Hybrid, Flexible)

Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM); Bærum; Hybrid; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Access to company cabins across Norway

Social and sports community (WIL)

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Wilhelmsen Ship Management seeks an experienced Vessel Manager to oversee the technical management of a small LPG/LNG fleet from Lysaker, with close collaboration to owners, charterers and onboard teams.

You will lead safety‑critical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement while remaining connected to vessel operations and shore‑side decision making.

Qualifications

• Seagoing or shore-based leadership experience in the gas carrier sector.
• Experience with LNG/LPG or similar gas carriers.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Good communication skills in English, able to engage with owners/charterers.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and environmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain overall technical responsibility for 2–3 vessels, linking ship and shore.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vessel operations.
• Maintain compliance with class, statutory, and industry standards.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to vessels and plan inspections.
• Monitor operational performance and cargo operations; manage budgets and costs.
• Deliver clear reporting to owners and stakeholders; participate in meetings with owners and charterers.
• Support incident analysis, continuous improvement, and responses to key stakeholders.

Skills

Seagoing experience

English communication

Regulatory knowledge

Relationship building

Safety focus

Education

Naval architecture background

Class surveyor experience

Job description

Wilhelmsen Ship Management seeks an experienced Vessel Manager to oversee the technical management of a small LPG/LNG fleet from Lysaker, with close collaboration to owners, charterers and onboard teams.

You will lead safety‑critical operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement while remaining connected to vessel operations and shore‑side decision making.