Assistant Vessel Manager

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Our client requires an Assistant Vessel Manager to join them in their Glasgow officer.  The Assistant Vessel Managers are the ‘front line’ operators heading their ship management teams.
 
Assistant Vessel Managers will have full responsibility and accountability for the success of the operations and people on board their vessels. The measure of our success will be achieving ALL KPIs on a consistent basis, meeting the BU expectations
 
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT
  • Knowledge of technical operations for the vessel types managed
  • Knowledge of propulsion plant onboard vessels managed
  • Knowledge of cargo containment system, cargo handling equipment and systems on board vessels managed
  • Preferably education and experience as a marine engineer
  • A desire to drive continuous improvement in self and others
  • Analytical, problem solving, time management, project management and decision-making skills
  • Ability to respond positively to customers in an effective manner
  • Demonstrates teamwork, interpersonal and communications skills
 
JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Ensure vessels are operated in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner, ensuring compliance with Class and statutory and company regulations;
  • Provide day to day technical and operational support and guidance to assigned vessels;
  • Monitor vessel performance and ensure follow up action. Carry out regular risk reviews for vessel operations and ensure appropriate actions are taken;
  • Management of vessel budgets and operating expenditure;
  • Plan, monitor and manage dry-dockings and major scheduled and unscheduled repairs;
  • Set clear goals and expectations and coach and develop Masters, Chief Engineers in line with our competence and performance management objectives. Participate in interviews and make recommendations regarding new-hires and promotions;
  • Act as the main contact for commercial and voyage coordination for assigned vessels;
  • Carry out regular vessel visits to confirm condition and compliance with Company Operating Standards and provide Senior Management with Vessel Condition reports
 
REMUNERATION PACKAGE ON OFFER 
 
Competitive Salary and benefits package.