Lead Vessel Operations & Safety Manager

Upper Spring Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Spring Consulting seeks an experienced Vessel Manager to oversee efficient ship operations and uphold safety and environmental standards. You will coordinate reports, budgets, and maintenance planning with vessel command and shore teams.

The role requires 4–6 years in container vessel settings, marine engineering or naval architecture credentials, and strong data/ship management system skills for KPI-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years in a similar capacity on container vessels.
• Qualification in marine engineering or naval architecture.
• Strong understanding of shore-based activities and budgets.
• Proficient in MS Office and ship management software.
• Experience as chief/second engineer or sailing on container/bulk carrier/tanker is required.
• Experience in dry-docking; knowledge of PMS and SMS.
• LNG/LPG/dual fuel experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage regular vessel reports and file them in a structured and organized manner.
• Review routine reports from the vessel and follow up on actions.
• Carry out regular data analysis of costs, PMS and other KPI factors.
• Maintain data quality in the Ship manager system fed by crew onboard.
• Formulate a dynamic work plan with the vessel's command for maintenance.
• Visit vessels to report on condition, repairs, costs, safety and env protection.
• Prepare technical specs for dockings.
• Support pre-purchase inspections in Asia region and technical analysis of purchases.
• Undertake other technical assignments as directed by MD, Fleet Management and Fleet Manager.

Skills

Vessel Manager experience

Budgeting

PMS knowledge

SMS knowledge

Sailing experience

MS Office proficiency

Dry-docking experience

Docking management

Data analysis

Education

Marine engineering or naval architecture qualification

Tools

MS Office

Ship management systems

PMS

SMS

Job description

Upper Spring Consulting seeks an experienced Vessel Manager to oversee efficient ship operations and uphold safety and environmental standards. You will coordinate reports, budgets, and maintenance planning with vessel command and shore teams.

The role requires 4–6 years in container vessel settings, marine engineering or naval architecture credentials, and strong data/ship management system skills for KPI-driven decisions.