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.The position will be located at Great World City - West Tower in the heart of Singapore and it is easy to get to by public transportation.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.Purpose

• The Vessel Manager has responsibility for the management of assigned vessels, and reports to FM of the Group

Interrelations

• VM reports to FM, and if need be to GM.
• Assigned vessels Masters report to VM

Authorities

• Approve requisitions and RS from assigned vessels as per the requirement/ budget available. Approve payment within the limit of $ 25,000
• Delegate authority to the internal support functions
• Approve Management Rank Officer & El/off for assigned vessels

Main responsibilities and tasks

• The 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 matters * During 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 inspections
• Visits the vessel at least two times in a year- and sails at least once, to get hands-on feel of vessel condition/ and staff onboard
• Participate in evaluation of Shipboard Management Systems Review
• Arrange Management Reviews and ensure actions decided upon are implemented

Accountabilities

• Prepares yearly budget, based on the condition and repairs due for the vessels, keeping required standard and safe running of vessel ; and obtains approval from owner
• Monitors and manages vessel within owner approved budget
• Welfare of staff onboard
• VM 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 owner

QualificationsMandatory requirements

• Technical/maritime qualifications with seagoing experience as Chief Engineer on Bulk Carrier for at least 2 years and can be new ashore.
• Good command of oral and written English.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Environmental focused
• Excellent 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 preferences

• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Team Commitment
• Creativity & Innovation
• Professionalism

Competency Requirement

• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Team Commitment
• Creativity & Innovation
• Professionalism

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