Assistant Vessel Manager

About the role

The Assistant Vessel Manager supports the Marine Field and helps Vessel Managers manage fleet vessels on a day-to-day basis, covering technical, maintenance, class and flag state issues. The goal is a safe, cost-effective vessel operating continuously and efficiently in line with applicable rules and regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Technical: assist in the technical performance of assigned vessels, management of critical equipment and spares, and day-to-day technical management
• Yard: help plan and execute yard stays and pit stops, and manage marine subcontractors
• Maintenance: supervise and coordinate the vessel's maintenance status
• Documentation: archive all relevant vessel documentation
• Finance: support OPEX budget planning and performance, and contribute to CAPEX decisions
• Crewing: help man the vessel correctly with HR/Crewing, following crew management guidelines
• QHSE & Compliance: ensure compliance with QHSE plans, SMS, local, flag state, port state and Class requirements; initiate investigations into marine events, follow them up, identify corrective actions, capture lessons learned and report needs for SMS changes

Required profile

• Degree in Naval Architecture and/or Marine Engineering (BEng or equivalent)
• 1-3 years of work experience in a similar role
• Sea-going experience is a strong asset
• Clear oral and written communication in English

Required skills

• Knowledge of design software such as AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

What we offer

• Private health insurance
• Company bus from central spots
• Fast-paced environment and specialization in a niche market
• Competitive compensation
• Continuous development opportunities