Vessel Manager ( 0084 August 2026)

Royal Ocean Marine; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Internetwork Expert is seeking a Vessel Manager to lead safety initiatives onboard and in the office while coordinating crew management and maintenance activities. You will oversee budgeting, supplier liaison, and ensure compliance with international and industry standards.

The role requires strong leadership, a proactive safety mindset, and the ability to work effectively both independently and within a team in a demanding maritime environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' relevant experience in managing vessels independently.
• Preferably seafaring experience with COC1 and LPG/LNG/Chemical Tankers.
• Safety oriented mindset and track record of Operational Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure Safety at all levels onboard and in the office.
• Oversee crew management, brief crew on policies and procedures and conduct appraisals.
• Manage maintenance of ships to ensure seaworthiness and coordinate with service engineers for repairs.
• Manage ship budget and expenditure including quarterly budget reports and KPI tracking.

Skills

Safety oriented mindset

Operational Excellence

Team-player

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Stakeholder management

Ability to work independently and in a

Vessel management experience

Experience with LPG/LNG/Chemical Tanke

Job description

As a Vessel Manager, you are responsible for the safe and efficient management of the vessels, which include, but not limited to:

1) Lead and ensure Safety at all levels

• Promote and develop safety mindset onboard and in the office
• Be an active player in events investigations and continuous improvement
• Participate in the Management of Change culture
• Aim for Operational Excellence
• Ensure ships comply at all times with International, flag state, classification society and port state rules and regulations

2) Oversee crew management matters

• Be the Manager of your onboard team
• Brief crew on organisational policies, documentation and procedures
• Conduct appraisals and performance reviews of senior officers
• Ensure team members are trained, coached and mentored in alignment with industry standards and organisation needs Responsible for the overall welfare of crew onboard

3) Manage maintenance of ships to ensure seaworthiness

• Coordinate with service engineers, manufacturers and contractors for ship repairs and maintenance issues
• Consult with manufacturers for specialist advice and guidance in complex ship repairs and maintenance issues
• Ensure ships' conditions and maintenance standards adhere to organisation procedures
• Prepare specifications and evaluate tenders
• Monitor ship defects list and ensure follow-up is carried out to address defects
• Conduct Risk Analysis, including nature and causes of serious breakdowns and damages

4) Manage ship budget and expenditure

• Monitor operating costs and submit quarterly budget follow-up reports
• Submit reports on budget, monthly key performance indicators and targets
• Resource planning management to support vessel operations

• Atleast3yearsofrelevantexperienceinmanagingvesselsindependentlywithreputableshipownersorshipmanagers
• PreferablywithseafaringexperienceespeciallyCOC1andhasexperiencesailingonboardLPG/LNG/ChemicalTankers
• Safetyorientedmindset
• HastrackrecordsofOperationalExcellence
• Itisadvantageoustohaveknowledgeandexperienceforcontainersships
• Effectivecommunicationskillsincludingverbal,writtenandpresentationskills
• Abilitytoworkeffectivelybothindependentlyandinateam-basedenvironment
• AnexcellentTeam-player
• Demonstratedwillingnesstobeflexibleandadaptabletochangingpriorities
• Gooddecision-makingskillsandStakeholdermanagementareamust

Chan Chee Meng

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