We are hiring a Vessel Manager!

OSM Thome is seeking a Vessel Manager to join our tanker fleets based in Norway, either our Bergen or Arendal office. As a Vessel Manager, you’ll lead all aspects of technical management for the vessel under your responsibility, from engineering solutions to operational strategies, ensuring safe, efficient, crew, and cost-effective vessel operations that meet our high-performance standards. This role is ideal for someone eager to contribute their technical expertise to a highly respected company in ship management. If you’re ready to take on a challenging role that leverages your management skills to ensure optimal vessel performance, we encourage you to apply. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all technical and financial aspects of vessel operations.
• Oversee maintenance plans and budgets, including planning for yard stays and docking.
• Ensure compliance with class and flag state requirements.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations, bridging communication between vessels, management, and clients.
• Drive performance management of the top four officers on board.

Qualifications:

• Higher education in marine technology or engineering (MSc/BSc) with relevant experience in technical ship management.
• Alternatively, background as a marine engineer or navigational officer or experience in a similar role as a Vessel Manager/Superintendent.
• Experience with vessel types, preferably tankers (crude, shuttle, product or chemical)
• Proficient in English (written and verbal).
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of maintenance systems.

Personal Qualities:

• Strong interest in technical problem-solving and operational troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with cultural awareness.
• Proactive, self-driven, with a strong work ethic.
• Analytical mindset with sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Detail-oriented with a holistic perspective on vessel operations.

Our Core Values: At OSM Thome, our values guide everything we do:

• Safety
• Relationships
• Transparency
• Innovation

What We Offer:

• A role with diverse responsibilities, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• A supportive, collaborative working environment in modern office locations.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you’re passionate about vessel management and excited for an opportunity to make an impact, apply today to join the OSM Thome team! We screen and interview relevant candidates consecutively, and the position may be filled before the deadline.