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.We are looking for a passionate Vessel Manager who will be working with Wilhelmsen Ship Management, a comprehensive global maritime group providing over half of the merchant fleet with essential products and services, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail.With a pool of more than 9,200 seafarers and over 500 shore-based employees all over the world, Wilhelmsen Ship Management is one of world\xe2\x80\x99s largest third-party ship managers with a portfolio of more than 450 vessels and counting.This position will be located at Kuala Lumpur Sentral (Menara 1 Sentral) and it is easy to get to by public transportation as it is located at the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Our organization thrives by using modern tools and is eager to utilize the business opportunities that comes with new digital tools and skills.This position will report to Marine Manager.We offer a culture and work environment of strong leadership, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. Our organization thrives by using modern tools and is eager to utilize the business opportunities that comes with new digital tools and skills. Our ideal candidates are looking for new challenges and would like to join a team of experienced professionals who are passionate to grow in one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest maritime organizations.Main responsibilities and tasksThe Vessel Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and environment-conscious operation of the vessels assigned, typical 4-6 vessels of own and 3 -5 back up vessels (when actual VM is travelling).To ensure vessel/s comply with all relevant rules & regulations with special emphasis on the ISM code, the ISO 9001, ISO 14001 as well as flag state, port state and the industry\'s special requirements and regulations, and render support to ships as appropriate. VM consults HSEQ for updates in these mattersDuring the absence of a Vessel Manager, the backup vessel manager / Fleet Manager in the respective Group assumes the responsibility.Give support on matters related to technical operations as required.Keep technical statistics.Attend to additional duties as decided during the annual employee dialogue.Analyze and respond to Undesired Events.Give support to his assigned vessels in preparing for Internal/ External Audits and PSC inspectionsVisits the vessel at least two times in a year- and sails at least once, to get hands-on feel of vessel condition/ and staff onboardParticipate in evaluation of Shipboard Management Systems ReviewArrange Management Reviews and ensure actions decided upon are implementedAccountabilitiesPrepares yearly budget, based on the condition and repairs due for the vessels, keeping required standard and safe running of vessel ; and obtains approval from ownerMonitors and manages vessel within owner approved budgetWelfare of staff onboardVM inspections, and follow ups as per requirements.Keep owner updated on the budget situation time to time; and acts as per their advice; maintains amicable relationship with ownerQualificationsMandatory requirementsTechnical/Maritime qualifications, preferably with seagoing experience as Chief Engineer / Master OR degree in naval architecture or marine engineering with relevant office experience.Good command of oral and written English.Basic computer knowledge.Environmental focusedExcellent communication skills.Good interpersonal skills in order to develop close relationships with shipboard staff, vessel owners, charterers as well as internal and external support functions.Additional preferencesCustomer FocusProblem Solving & Decision MakingTeam CommitmentCreativity & InnovationProfessionalismCompetency RequirementCustomer FocusProblem Solving & Decision MakingTeam CommitmentCreativity & InnovationProfessionalismFunctional responsibilities:Vessel ManagerProcess involvement:Shipboard audit and trainingCertificate & Class follow upConduct joining formalitiesReview SSPComply with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirementsPlanning prior to take over of vesselPerform Vessel Owner ReportingDefault on remittance of operational fundsRepair Order ProcessNavigation & Radio EquipmentShare experience feedbackClosing vessel accountConduct drug and alcohol testEstablish PMSApproval of repair order invoicesTake over vesselVessel IT equipment handoverPort State / Flag StateService / Repair OrderSuperuser organisation updatesPromotion of seafarersConduct familiarisation of Master and Chief EngineersPrepare vessel for hand over to yardBudget follow upPlanning prior to lay upDry DockingRepair Order Process for all equipmentVerify incoming VesselBASSnetVessel External Audits and follow upVessel takeover setup and configurationConduct Shipboard Management System ReviewEstablish statutory regulatory documentationCreate vessel budgetRemove vessel from GPSTransit piracy high risk areaPreparation and update of accounting vouchersManning Agent PaymentApproval of invoiceConduct internal shipboard auditApply OSRO CoverageCharter InspectionCost RecoverableManage laid up vesselsPerform OFAC screening of new suppliersRedelivery of vessel from lay upApply for Certificate Of Financial ResponsibilityDevelopment of Client Specific Crew Selection Criteria (CSC)Security InformationVessel budget inputMaintenance & repairGoods and Service / Repair OrderShipyard / Dry dockingVettingManage H&M / P&I insurance casesHandle emergency responseVessel handoverFollow up reports from vesselPerform funds managementConduct security auditAppoint port agentInspection of vesselShipment/ deliveryNew ApplicationsVessel visitEvaluate initiativesVessel budget inputExternal engagementManage funds requestApply Vessel Response PlanPrepare DisbursementOpen PO Reconciliation#LI-POST#WSM

Wilhelmsen