Vessel Manager

EASTAWAY SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

EASTAWAY SHIP MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. seeks a Vessel Manager responsible for the efficient operation of assigned ships.

You will work within the Ship Management Team, following company procedures and best practices to safeguard safety and the environment while ensuring health and safety compliance. You will report to the Fleet Manager, manage vessel reports, analyze costs and PMS, maintain data quality in the GL system, and coordinate with vessel command on work plans and budgets.

Qualifications

• Recognized marine engineering or naval architecture qualification.
• Good understanding of shore-based activities and implications.
• Able to administer technical and budgetary requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and file regular reports from assigned vessels in a structured way.
• Review routine vessel reports and follow up on actions.
• Conduct data analysis of costs, PMS and KPI factors to assess ship health.
• Maintain data quality in Ship manager system (GL) fed by crew.
• Develop dynamic work plans with vessel command and monitor progress.
• Visit vessels as required and report on condition, repairs, and costs.
• Prepare dockings' technical specifications and supervise pre-purchase inspections in Asia.
• Assist in technical analyses for new purchases and related assignments.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Marine engineering or naval architecture

Tools

MS Office

Ship management systems

Job description

Summary: As a Vessel Manager, you are responsible for the efficient operation of the ships assigned. You are a member of the Ship Management Team, and you will operate in accordance to the Company procedures and best ship management practices, whilst giving absolute regard to safety of life at sea and protection of the environment always. You are responsible for ensuring health and safety is adhered to at all times.

Reports to: Fleet Manager

Role and Responsibilities:

• Regular reports from assigned vessels are to be managed and filed in a structured and organized manner.
• Review and follow up on routine reports from the vessel.
• Carry out regular data analysis of costs, PMS and other KPI factors in order to ascertain health of the ship as far as ship management is concerned.
• Maintain structure and quality of data fed into Ship manager system by crew onboard the vessels (GL system).
• Formulate a dynamic work plan and action list with the vessel's command, to ensure that the vessel is maintained in accordance with the Owner's policy and to receive regular reports as to its progress.
• Visit the vessels as required and report on general condition, repairs and maintenance, crew performance, safety, environmental protection, and any actions required. Discuss with Ship's Command the work plan, running costs, spares and stores and other issues of concern and reporting on same,
• Prepare technical specs for dockings.
• Pre-purchase inspections in Asia region.
• Assist in carrying out technical analysis for new purchases.
• Undertake any other Technical related assignments as and when required assigned by Managing Director, Fleet Management and Fleet Manager.

Requirements:

Education & Knowledge

• Recognized marine engineering or naval architecture qualification either at sea or educational establishment.
• Good understanding of shore-based activities and implications surrounding the role.
• Able to administer technical and budgetary requirements
• Competent using Microsoft office and other computer software

Working Experience

• Minimum 4 - 6 years of experience in similar capacity on container vessels (a mix of containers and tankers will be considered).
• Prior experience as chief or second engineer with minimum sailing experience preferably on container vessels. Otherwise, sailing experience on cargo ships (container/bulk carrier/tanker) is required.
• Prior experience in dry-docking.
• Candidate should have good knowledge of PMS and SMS system.
• Candidate with LNG/LPG/Dual Fuel experience will have added advantage.

Personal characteristics

• Possess good attitude and is self-motivated
• Able to work under pressure with tight deadlines
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Cooperative and a team player
• Flexible and adaptable to changes with a positive attitude