Vessel Manager (LNG/Gas)

Responsibilities
The Vessel Manager is responsible for the day-to-day technical, operational, and cost-effective technical management of assigned gas carriers (LPG, LEG, LNG, Ethane, Ammonia and other liquefied gas vessels), ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-effective management in line with the Total Quality Management System (TQM), ISM Code, ISO standards, Flag State and Class requirements, and owner expectations. The role acts as the primary point of contact between the office and shipboard teams, managing technical issues, dry dockings, repairs, audits, and budget performance. The Vessel Manager works closely with the Fleet Manager, supporting overall fleet performance and participating in emergency response, continuous improvement, and stakeholder communication.

Duties

• Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned vessels to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective performance in line with OSM Thome procedures, international regulations (ISM, ISPS, MLC), ISO, and customer expectations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for vessel operations, ensuring alignment between the vessel’s senior management team and shore-based support functions.
• Monitor and follow up on class, flag, port state, and third-party inspections; ensure timely rectification of deficiencies, certification compliance, and readiness for audits.
• Supervise crew selection, performance evaluation, and wellbeing of senior officers; support crewing decisions and maintain high standards of onboard leadership.
• Develop and control the vessel’s annual operating budget, manage cost performance, and support procurement, invoice approvals, and insurance claims.
• Coordinate and execute dry dockings, repairs, and vessel modifications, ensuring technical specifications, schedules, and costs meet agreed requirements.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections (e.g. SIRE, CDI, Rightship, Charterers Inspection); pre-vetting preparations, and timely follow up of findings.
• Support emergency response as a designated member of the crisis management team; participate in drills and coordinate incident follow-up, including risk assessment and experience transfer.
• Ensure vessel compliance with safety, environmental, and operational KPIs; monitor risk assessments and support improvement initiatives in cooperation with technical, HSEQ, and marine departments.
• Conduct regular vessel visits, track planned maintenance status, follow up on deficiencies, and prepare periodical operational reports for stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experiences

• Higher education, MSc/BSc within naval architecture, marine technology/engineering, or
• Higher maritime education and experience as chief engineer or navigational officer, or similar positions as Vessel Manager/Superintendent.
• Minimum 3 years sailing experience onboard gas carriers.
• Minimum 12 months sailing as Chief Engineer / 2ndEng on LPG, LNG, LEG or Ethane carriers.
• Experience with modern electronically controlled or dual-fuel propulsion systems is preferred.
• Assistant Fleet Manager: Ideally a proven track record for a minimum of 5 years in a shore-based shipping company as technical superintendent/ vessel manager will have an advantage.
• Senior Vessel Manager: Ideally a proven track record for a minimum of 3 years in a shore-based shipping company as technical superintendent/vessel manager will have an advantage.
• Vessel Manager: Ideally a proven track record for a minimum of 1 year in a shore-based shipping company will have an advantage.
• Junior Vessel Manager: Possess relevant maritime-related education or qualification.
• Strong knowledge of ISM Code, ISPS, MLC, SOLAS,MARPOL, Class and vetting requirements.
• Proven leadership skills with experiencemanaging vessel operations and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in vessel budgeting, cost control, and procurement processes.
• Effective communication skills and ability to coordinate with owners, charterers, and internal departments.
• Prior experience sailing on applicable vessel type will be essential for assigned fleet