Vessel Manager

Job DetailsPosted:12 days agoSector:Shore-based Shipping & Maritime, Ship Management Location: Southampton Job Ref:965968Job Type:Permanent Salary:Competitive salary with benefits and bonusExpiry Date:26 August 2026Contact:Connor SwainContact Email:[email protected] Phone:02380208787Job DescriptionVessel ManagerLocation: SouthamptonEmployment Type: PermanentReports To: Fleet Manager Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Vessel Manager to oversee the safe, efficient and cost-effective management of assigned vessels. The successful candidate will be responsible for all technical and operational aspects of the fleet under their management, ensuring compliance with statutory, class and company requirements while maintaining the highest standards of safety, reliability, environmental performance and operational efficiency. The Vessel Manager will act as the primary shore-based point of contact for assigned vessels, working closely with onboard teams, service providers, classification societies and other stakeholders to ensure vessels are maintained and operated to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day technical operation of assigned vessels.Act as the primary shore-based contact for all technical matters relating to assigned vessels.Monitor vessel performance through regular reporting, technical reviews and KPI analysis.Ensure the effective implementation of operational procedures, maintenance programmes and technical management systems.Review vessel reports and follow up on technical, maintenance and operational issues in a timely manner.Analyse maintenance, performance, reliability and cost data to support informed operational decisions.Maintain the quality and integrity of data within the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) and other management platforms.Develop and implement technical and operational plans to ensure vessel compliance, efficiency and reliability.Plan, organise and supervise repairs, inspections, surveys and dry dock projects.Prepare and manage maintenance budgets, ensuring vessels are maintained to high standards while controlling costs.Conduct regular vessel visits to assess technical condition, maintenance standards, crew performance, safety and environmental compliance.Liaise with vessel management teams regarding work plans, repair requirements, spare parts, operational performance and budget management.Investigate technical failures and equipment defects, implementing appropriate corrective and preventative actions.Review and approve procurement activities for spare parts, lubricants, stores and technical services.Support supplier evaluation and vendor management processes.Work closely with classification societies, flag administrations, service providers and other external stakeholders.Ensure vessels remain compliant with statutory, class and company requirements.Participate in emergency response activities and provide technical support during vessel incidents and emergencies.Manage technical damage reports, insurance-related matters and associated claims.Support the appraisal, development, mentoring and performance management of engineering officers.Carry out pre-purchase technical inspections and due diligence assessments as required.Contribute technical expertise to vessel acquisition and fleet development projects.Undertake additional duties and technical assignments as required. Key Performance Indicators On-time delivery of work and projects.Effective vessel technical performance and reliability.Budget adherence and cost control.Quality and accuracy of technical reporting.Compliance with regulatory, class and company requirements.Customer and stakeholder satisfaction.Strong internal collaboration and team relationships.Positive safety and environmental performance across assigned vessels. Requirements Education & Qualifications Degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture or a related maritime discipline.Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency (CoC) preferred.Strong understanding of vessel technical management, maintenance planning and budget control. Experience Previous experience as a Vessel Manager, Technical Superintendent or similar role within a ship management or vessel ownership environment.Minimum two years' experience in a similar shore-based position.Previous seagoing experience as Chief Engineer on ocean-going vessels.Experience managing container vessels is strongly preferred, and candidates with a background in container ship ownership or third-party ship management environments will be highly regarded.Experience managing dry dockings, repairs, surveys and major maintenance projects.Experience with LNG, methanol, dual-fuel or alternative-fuel vessels would be advantageous.Strong working knowledge of Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) and Safety Management Systems (SMS).