Vessel Manager, Marine Ops at ship management company is pivotal in ensuring operational excellence and compliance across the fleet. This role demands a strategic blend of maritime knowledge and operational oversight to ensure the efficiency and safety of vessel operations. The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth understanding of maritime operations, cargo handling, and regulatory compliance, coupled with the ability to manage and guide the operations team towards achieving operational objectives.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Oversee compliance with Company’s policies and maritime regulations across all managed vessels.

- Provide marine advisory services to the fleet, masters, and office personnel on cargo damage and other operational incidents.

- Ensure timely receipt of vessel routine reports and oversee cargo loading advisories, including precautions for enroute and port calls.

- Prepare and disseminate masters’ briefs for High-Risk Area (HRA) transits, ensuring vessels are equipped with necessary charts and nautical publications.

- Collaborate with the Technical Department to monitor vessel performance and recommend improvements.

- Ensure crew familiarity with the company's onboard systems and routines.

- Review and close out drill reports in the company's NS/Software system.

- Lead investigations into cargo damage, vessel, or equipment incidents, driving policy revisions and corrective actions.

- Liaise with owners and P&I; Clubs on cargo claims and manage senior officer evaluations,

promotions, and dismissals.





- Oversee sea staff appraisals, identify training needs, and coordinate the provision of necessary training.

- Complete questionnaires from Charterers and Owners as necessary and submit them to the relevant authorities.

- Notify vessels of the need for FSMC inspections during peak seasons in the Far East region, and advise on pre-arrival inspections for egg masses and moths at ports in the US, Canada, and similar jurisdictions.

- Prepare and review the root cause analysis and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for deficiencies identified during Port State Control (PSC) inspections, then forward them to the Quality Management System (QMS) Team for further review.

- Promote Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality (HSSEQ) standards in all

communications with vessel crews and interdepartmental onshore teams.

PREFERRED SKILLS

- Comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations, cargo operations, and vessel management.

- Robust leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and communicate with crew, office personnel, and external parties.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

- Proficient in operational planning and execution, with a detail-oriented approach to safety and efficiency.

- Ability to work independently and in a team, managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

- Willingness to travel as required for vessel visits, audits, inspections, and operational oversight.

Pay: Up to ₹4,600,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Marine Superintendent (India)
🏢 ELGIVA
📍 India