Vessel Manager (Offshore)

THOME OFFSHORE MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore management firm in Singapore is seeking a knowledgeable technical lead to optimize vessel performance and ensure compliance with HSEQ standards. The ideal candidate has extensive maritime experience, including a minimum of 8 months in chief engineer or master roles, and experience with offshore construction vessels. This role involves budget management and regular communication with clients to guarantee operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Chief Engineer/Master for a minimum of 8 months on relevant type of ships.
• Must have experience managing DSV/MPSV/Offshore construction vessels.
• A proven track record as Superintendent for a minimum of 1 year in a shore-based Shipping Company will have an advantage.
• Candidates who are deemed technically competent and without shore experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead to ensure optimized technical availability for designated vessels.
• Promote and implement HSEQ culture and philosophy.
• Accountable for senior officer selection and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements.
• Monitor and track changes in legislation.

Skills

Leadership

HSEQ compliance

Communication

Budget management

Technical competence

Job description

OSM Thome’s Global Offshore division is the world’s largest third‑party offshore management company, operating approximately 70 vessels and employing around 2,000 people. As a leading provider of top‑tier Ship Management Services in the offshore sector, OSM Thome Offshore manages one of the largest and most complex offshore fleets globally. We are committed to delivering exceptional safety standards, a proven track record, and extensive industry expertise. With a quality‑driven, customer‑focused approach, we oversee all management aspects for various offshore industries, including PSV, AHTS, FPSO, accommodation units, CLV, DSV, wind, seismic, and offshore survey. Our strength lies in combining a personalized local touch with global reach, offering tailored solutions that meet the needs of owners and clients worldwide.

Main objectives for the position

Lead to and ensure an optimized technical availability for designated vessels and in every respect contribute to drive these vessels to a best‑in‑class performance level. This shall be reached while always stretching for the best competitive cost/OPEX level, while always maintaining positive client relations and while always working within the company’s HSEQ standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership, HSEQ and communication with crew & staff

• Actively promote and implement the company’s HSEQ culture & philosophy
• Contribute to the achievement of the company's targets and governing objectives
• Accountable for senior officer selection, performance management and promoting crew wellbeing
• Internal communication between all stakeholders/functions
• Follow up of crew and crew changes in cooperation with assigned crew managers

Operational follow‑up & compliance

• Vessel complies with internal policies, statutory class and client requirements
• Charterer, oil major and class/statutory requirements
• Monitor and track changes in legislation, follow up and implement requirements in cooperation with Fleet Manager
• Prepare and carry out ship‑shore meetings with vessel
• Conduct vessel visits/inspections as appropriate
• Contingency tasks as defined in the contingency manual
• Environmental performance in accordance with company’s targets and policy
• Participate in investigations when required

Maintenance and survey planning

• Vessel maintenance, repair planning and control; monitor and change as/when required
• Preparation and execution of dry‑docking
• Monitoring PMS system incl. stock and consumption control
• Assist vessel in technical and operational issues
• Follow up of procurement

Manage budgets, OPEX & cost control

• Prepare operating budget
• Budget control and cost approval inc. monthly balances
• Compile, review and provide comments in monthly finance report for owners.
• Manage vessel funding/balance inc. additional fund requests
• Follow up finance and procurement crew accounting

Communication with customers and other 3rd parties

• Daily point of contact to the owner
• Prepare regular meetings with the owner
• Coordinate and inform about vessel‑related tasks in OSM Thome
• Coordinate insurance claims

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience as Chief Engineer/ Master for a minimum of 8 months on relevant type of ships.
• Must have experience managing DSV / MPSV / Offshore construction vessels
• A proven track record as Superintendent for a minimum of 1 year in a shore based Shipping Company will have an advantage.
• Candidate who are deemed technically competent and without shore experience will be considered.