We are supporting a leading international gas carrier owner in the search for a Ship Manager at Technical Superintendent level to join their Copenhagen office. This is a high responsibility fleet role overseeing 4 to 5 gas and ethylene capable vessels within a modern, globally trading fleet.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safe and environmentally responsible operation of 4 to 5 fully pressurised, semi-refrigerated and ethylene capable gas carriers
- Take technical, operational and financial responsibility for the day-to-day management of assigned vessels
- Plan and coordinate logistics, spares, inspections and dry dockings, with regular vessel visits throughout the year
- Monitor budgets and control vessel expenditure in line with approved financial plans
- Maintain and oversee planned maintenance systems and technical documentation
- Work closely with Masters, Chief Engineers, Crewing, Vetting and Commercial teams to ensure efficient vessel performance
- Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, dry docks, classification societies, oil majors and other external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with IMO regulations including ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL and STCW
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience in a Ship Manager or Technical Superintendent role, or sailing experience as Chief Engineer
- Sound technical knowledge of shipboard operations, ideally within gas carriers
- Strong project management, budgeting and cost control experience
- Ability to manage multiple vessels and priorities without compromising quality
- Comfortable working independently within a dynamic owner environment
- Strong communication skills in English
- Willingness to travel regularly and complete an international induction period if required
Benefits
- Join a well-established international owner operating 50+ modern gas carriers
- Hybrid working model within the Copenhagen office
- Exposure to global operations and cross-functional collaboration
- Competitive salary and long-term career development within a growing fleet
