Vessel Manager

Wilh. Wilhelmsen Holding ASA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilhelmsen Ship Management is seeking a Vessel Manager to take end‑to‑end technical ownership of a fleet of bulk carriers based in Singapore. You will lead technical performance, safety, and cost control; oversee maintenance, repairs, and docking projects; work with shipboard teams, owners, and class societies; and drive incident prevention and continuous improvement. Experience as Chief Engineer or Vessel Manager, plus knowledge of maritime regulations and BASSnet, is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Sailing experience as a Chief Engineer on bulk carriers, or shore-based experience as a Vessel Manager handling bulk carriers of various sizes.
• Strong understanding of maritime regulations and compliance (ISM, ISO, etc.)
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative and solutions-oriented approach
• Familiarity with systems like BASSnet is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical management and performance of your assigned vessels
• Ensure safe, compliant, and cost-efficient operations at all times
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and docking projects
• Work closely with shipboard teams, supporting and guiding them when needed
• Manage budgets, procurement approvals, and technical decisions
• Drive incident prevention, investigation, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with owners, class, and key stakeholders

Skills

Chief Engineer experience

Vessel management

Maritime regulations

English proficiency

Stakeholder management

Tools

BASSnet

Job description

Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex. About Wilhelmsen Ship Management At Wilhelmsen Ship Management (WSM), we don’t just manage vessels — we keep global trade moving safely and efficiently. With a strong international presence and a modern fleet under management, we combine deep maritime expertise with a forward-looking, people-first culture. If you’re looking for a role where you can take real ownership, influence operations, and work alongside experienced maritime professionals, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Who you’ll report to

You’ll report directly to the General Manager and work closely with other Fleet Managers, technical teams, and docking/project specialists.

What you’ll be doing

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you’ll take full technical ownership of a fleet of 3–5 bulk carriers of various sizes.

• Lead the technical management and performance of your assigned vessels
• Ensure safe, compliant, and cost‑efficient operations at all times
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, and docking projects
• Work closely with shipboard teams, supporting and guiding them when needed
• Manage budgets, procurement approvals, and technical decisions
• Drive incident prevention, investigation, and continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with owners, class, and key stakeholders

What sets you up for success

• Confidence in managing vessels end‑to‑end and making critical decisions
• Ability to balance operational demands, safety, and cost control
• Strong stakeholder management across shipboard and shore‑based teams
• A proactive mindset focused on prevention, not just resolution
• Ability to act as a trusted technical expert for your fleet

What we’re looking for

• Sailing experience as a Chief Engineer on bulk carriers, or shore‑based experience as a Vessel Manager handling bulk carriers of various sizes.
• Strong understanding of maritime regulations and compliance (ISM, ISO, etc.)
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative and solutions‑oriented approach
• Familiarity with systems like BASSnet is an advantage

Work location: Singapore

Founded in Norway in 1861, Wilhelmsen is now a comprehensive global maritime group providing essential products and services to the merchant fleet, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail. Committed to shaping the maritime industry, we also seek to develop new opportunities and collaborations in renewables, zero‑emission shipping, and marine digitalisation. Supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace, with thousands of colleagues across more than 60 countries, we take innovation, sustainability and unparalleled customer experiences one step further.