Fleet Manager - Dry (Container/ Bulk)

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement (BSM) seeks a Fleet Manager to lead a vessel fleet, ensuring safe, compliant, and commercially viable operations. You will manage a high-performing team, drive continuous improvement, and maintain strong client relationships.

Responsibilities include budget oversight, regulatory compliance, and coordinating maintenance, dry-docks, and spares, while advancing digital platforms and data-driven reporting to stakeholders.

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 on relevant vessels, or 5 years in ship management/owning operations.
• Experience with Container/Bulk is preferred.

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.

Skills

Vessel management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Regulations

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nautical Science / Marine Engineering

Chief Engineer or Master Mariner qualification preferred

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!