Fleet Manager - Dry (Container/ Bulk)

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (Hellas); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement seeks a Fleet Manager to lead a vessel operation, ensuring safety, efficiency, and commercial viability. You will lead a high-performing team, manage client relationships, and drive continuous improvement to uphold the company’s reputation for excellence.

The role requires strong knowledge of vessel technical requirements, excellent project management, and proven leadership. You will coordinate maintenance, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and strategic vendor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent.
• Chief Engineer or Master Mariner qualification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years as Technical, Marine, or LPSQ Superintendent or 5 years in ship management/owning operations.

Responsibilities

• Identify improvements across all services provided by BSM.
• Promote Group initiatives to fleet teams and participate in seminars.
• Support use of company software systems and IT platforms.
• Stay updated with regulations and audits; prepare for TMSA/dockings.
• Ensure Ship Management Agreements and Charter Parties meet standards.
• Share high-quality data with customers via Livefleet.
• Engage with stakeholders including charterers and oil majors.
• Communicate maintenance and spare parts strategies within the fleet.
• Monitor vessel maintenance and compliance with standards.
• Provide solutions to discrepancies to ensure compliance.
• Ensure vessels comply with international regulations and certificates.
• Plan dry-dockings and major overhauls by the TSI.
• Promote and maintain commercial awareness within the fleet.
• Manage consolidated OPEX budget; issue guidance letters to TSIs.
• Approve purchase orders per Fleet Manager procedures.
• Promote contracted vendors and VAS; obtain owner approval.
• Monitor BI data to analyse fleet performance and report to clients.
• Ensure superintendent visits to vessels are conducted.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage fleet team resources and development; track progression.
• Use appraisal process to monitor shore staff development.
• Support human element initiatives; crewing standards.
• Approve Top-2 officers and Chief Engineers for new joiners; participate in Fleet Leader Meetings annually.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

People development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science

Job description

As a Fleet Manager at BSM, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and commercially viable operation of a fleet in line with international standards and regulations. You will lead a high-performing team, manage client relationships, and drive continuous improvement to uphold BSM's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and propose improvements and advanced solutions across the full range of services provided by BSM.
• Actively promote Group initiatives to fleet teams and participate in relevant seminars.
• Proactively support the usage and compliance of company-developed software systems and IT platforms.
• Stay up to date with new regulations and BSM procedure changes. Ensure the Fleet department is prepared for TMSA and other office audits.
• Ensure Ship Management Agreements and Charter Parties are fulfilled to the highest standards.
• Ensure high-quality data is shared with customers through Livefleet.
• Engage with stakeholders, including charterers and oil majors, to understand and fulfil their expectations.
• Ensure maintenance and spare parts strategies are effectively communicated and implemented within the fleet team.
• Monitor the accurate execution of all planned vessel maintenance activities and ensure ships' condition and maintenance standards comply with organisational procedures and client requirements.
• Provide solutions to discrepancies to ensure compliance with standards and agreements.
• Ensure vessels comply with international, flag state, classification society, and port state regulations, and monitor certificate validity to prevent overdue certifications.
• Ensure advanced planning and the timely, accurate completion of dry-dockings and major overhauls by the TSI.
• Promote and maintain commercial awareness within the fleet.
• Ensure accurate execution of the consolidated OPEX budget.
• Provide budget guidance letters to TSIs covering BSM Group, IMO, and industry requirements.
• Approve purchase orders requiring Fleet Manager approval in accordance with procedures.
• Promote and utilise contracted vendors, GenPro, and the company's various Value-Added Services (VAS), subject to owner approval.
• Monitor BI and other data sources to analyse fleet performance, review high-risk vessels, and prepare statistics for MRM and client reporting.
• Ensure superintendent visits to vessels are conducted as required.
• Ensure implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage fleet team resources, including workload allocation, absence planning, appraisals, and career development.
• Use the appraisal process to monitor the development and progress of shore staff.
• Support company initiatives related to the human element.
• Liaise closely with the Fleet Personnel Manager to ensure crewing standards are maintained onboard.
• Provide final approval for the selection of Top-2 officers, as well as Chief Officers and 2nd Engineers for new joiners.
• Attend Fleet Leader Meetings with crew members at least once per year.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or equivalent.
• Chief Engineer or Master Mariner qualification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years as Technical, Marine, or LPSQ Superintendent on relevant vessels, or 5 years in ship management/owning operations.
• Experience with Container/Bulk is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of vessel technical requirements and international regulations.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven leadership and people development skills.
• Ability to manage complex operations.

Why You Should Join Us!

We offer a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities. By joining us, you will enjoy:

• On-the-job training.
• First-hand exposure to the growing maritime technological industry.
• Diverse workforce.
• Technology-driven company.
• Be a part of the ever-growing Schulte group family!