Fleet Ship Management Pte Ltd

Our 30-year journey rides on the passion of over 27,000 seafarers and 1,000 onshore professionals. Today, we are one of the largest independent third-party ship management companies managing over 650+ diverse types of vessels.

Headquartered in Hong Kong SAR, China, we operate on a global scale having 27 offices in 12 countries. Our client base spans over 100 world-class ship owners, including Fortune 500 companies from China, Greece, India, Japan, Korea, Netherlands, Norway, Turkey and the USA, among others.

In a shore career at FLEET, you will be working with a team of a highly passionate, self-driven and committed group of people. We aim to be a place where you can achieve your full potential, regardless of your background. We are looking for individuals who are ambitious about making a strong contribution to FLEET's short and long-term sustainable growth – whether you are dealing directly with clients or working in a role supporting the business, such as technology, legal or communications.

Job Position Summary

The Manager/ Senior Manager will actively lead an on-shore and off-shore team to deliver high quality, innovative, sustainable solutions to the customer with complete responsibility for safe and cost-effective management of the vessels assigned.

Employees designated as Managers will have additional responsibilities as acting Group in-charge in the absence of the Group Manager.

This role will be based in Singapore.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Technical Management / Operations

Accountable for vessel inspection and ensure the ships condition and maintenance standards adhere to organisation procedures
Ensure all maintenance is performed to a high standard and as per manufacturer's recommendations
Prepare specifications and evaluate tenders
Supervise daily operational activities of all assigned vessels
Advise Line Manager on a regular basis about vessel operation, budgetary performance and any untoward incidents on vessels in the fleet
Liaise with the Procurement Department related to supply of spare parts of all vessels, considering the opportunities for replenishment in respect to the trading commitments of the vessels to provide for the most economical supply
Responsible for communication, promotion and implementation of company's health, safety, environment and quality policy on board the vessels related to technical
Drives all technical related mobilization activities, refits, dry-docking & major repairs. Plan for repairs and dry-docking of the vessels at suitable regular intervals

Regulatory/Legislative Statutory Compliance

100% compliance with International Maritime Organisation (IMO), Flag State and Port State rules and regulations
Maintenance of ship certificate and survey status at all times keeping track of renewals and placement on board vessels.

Financial Management

Maintain, monitor and report budgets for all vessels under charge. Work closely with Technical staff, purchasing and finance controllers to ensure budget is within the agreed variables/targets *(current target 3% variance)
Support reporting manager to plan Operating Budget for all vessels under charge.
Responsible for planning and execution of all dry-docking activities within the allotted budget limits

Quality & Continuous Improvement

Scan the environment and recommend improvement in processes to enhance productivity an efficiency in the system
Drive implementation of approved Continuous Improvement projects in collaboration with the Quality team
Establish clear expected levels of performance from crew and work with manager on updating the SOP's.
Demonstrates a complete understanding of the Safety & QMS policies & procedures and ensures that the on-shore and off-shore employees operate at the same level of understanding and awareness

Health, Safety and Environment Compliance

Responsible for creating and sustaining a positive safety culture on-board all vessels under charge
Act as a first point of contact for any emergencies aboard vessels under charge. Ensure a technically qualified representative is available and responds to emergencies within the agreed time limit
Ensures a safe & compliant working environment is provided to all off-shore employees by demonstrating a complete and accurate understanding of the health & safety policies and practices of the organisation
Responsible for corrective action being implemented to remedy safety hazards or risks and restore a safe working environment on board vessels. Escalate to Manager in the event of the hazards/risks exceeding authority limits provided in the role
Owns and responsible for delivery of safety messages/training to off-shore employees during site or vessel visits

People and Leadership Management

Articulates clear and specific goals for employees on board vessels under charge
Lead, coach, engage, motivate, mentor employees to develop their strengths and build their capabilities as per their defined roles and personal goals
Ensure development plans are in place for all offshore team members and it is followed up closely to ensure completion
Responsible for continuous performance discussions with direct reports to drive learning and self-improvement
Manage and maintain the talent pool by engaging top performers and taking definitive action on bottom performers

Relationship:

Internal:

Management team
Business Support – Purchasing, Finance, Quality, Human Resources & IT
Off-shore employees on vessels under charge
Cross-functional Peer Group

External:

Vessel Owner or a designated authority
Regulatory/Government authorities
Vendors

Job Experience, Functional Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential:

Bachelor's degree/Diploma or equivalent in Marine Engineering/ Navigation/Internationally recognized shipping degree/qualification
Hold MEO Class 1 Certificate of competency or Certificate of Competency III/2 (for Chief Engineer/Second Engineer) under STCW Code
A minimum of 3 years relevant experience as Chief Engineer/Second Engineer on Tanker/Gas in the relevant type of vessel being recruited for e.g. Oil, Chemical or Gas, etc. Of this a minimum sailing experience of 12 months as Chief Engineer.
A minimum of 3 years of on shore experience for Senior Manager role
Singaporean / Singapore PR or EP Holder (already based in Singapore)

Desirable:

Knowledge in Classifications Society procedures and regulations is desirable.
Should have prior people management experience
Proven track record in intermediate and special dry dockings, ship repair, mobilizations and in-water repairs
Demonstrated Commercial acumen and ability to manage vessel financials within scope as well as satisfy client's requirements
IT literate and computer savvy
Business Administration qualification will be an added advantage

Competencies

Effective decision making
Analysis and Problem solving
Interacting with others
Listening and communicating
Collaboration, inclusion and teamwork
Driving High Quality
Customer focus
Planning and Organising
Initiative
Accountability
Responding to context
Resilience and wellbeing

Fleet Management Limited is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local laws.

Vessel Manager/Senior Manager - Singapore