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Job Description

Our Client, a leading gas carrier operator is seeking a Ship Manager to oversee its cargo operations, technical maintenance, and onboard competence across its fleet. This is a work arrangement involving rotation between vessels and shore-based work.

Responsibilities:
  • Monitor and support onboard cargo and N₂ system operations, maintenance, and crew competence.
  • Handle refrigerated gas cargoes including Ethylene, Propylene, Butadiene, and VCM.
  • Support Marine Operations, Ship Managers, and Commercial teams on gas technical issues.
  • Conduct vessel inspections and audits, assessing equipment condition and crew competencies.
  • Assist crew with technical problems and critical cargo operations, ensuring compliance with company procedures and regulations.
  • Review performance of cargo and N₂ plants, including PSA plant testing and refrigerant management.
  • Provide training, competence development, and guidance to Gas Engineers and ETOs.
  • Contribute to fleet-wide improvements, simulator development, and newbuilding projects.
  • Assist with cargo-related incident investigations and implement preventive/corrective actions.
Key Requirements:
  • Sailing experience as Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer, Cargo Engineer, or relevant process engineering role.
  • Experience on LPG, Ethylene, or Ethane vessels.
  • Ability to travel at short notice and manage a 24/7 on-call lifestyle.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Fluent in written and spoken English; strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Independent, outcome-driven, resourceful, and team-oriented with cross-functional collaboration skills.
Work Arrangement:
  • Rotation on vessels for a minimum of 210 working days per year.