Vessel Manager, US Ship

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FT 15 Days Vac Operations Mount Pleasant, SC, US

Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Vessel Manager is responsible for the overall planning, direction, and operational control of vessel activities. This role requires consistent exercising of independent judgment and discretion on matters of operational, financial, and regulatory significance. The Vessel Manager operates within established company objectives and management direction while independently determining appropriate actions and decisions necessary to manage assigned vessel operations.

The Vessel Manager serves as the senior operational authority for assigned vessels, making final decisions regarding vessel servicing (as applicable), vendor selection (as applicable), and resource allocation to ensure efficient vessel turnaround, cost control, and full compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position is responsible for evaluating complex operational conditions, managing competing priorities, resolving escalated issues, and ensuring alignment with client expectations and company objectives.

Decisions made in this role directly impact operational performance, financial exposure, regulatory compliance, and client relationships.

Specific Essential Job Duties

Operational Management

• Serve as the primary operational decision-maker for assigned vessels, directing all aspects of port call planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination.
• Make determinations regarding vessel services (as applicable), vendor selection (as applicable), and operational priorities, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective vessel operations.
• Evaluate operational, financial, and regulatory factors, exercising independent judgment to determine appropriate courses of action and mitigate risks impacting vessel turnaround or cost.
• Oversee and approve vessel documentation, financial transactions, and disbursement accounts, exercising discretion to ensure accuracy, compliance, and cost control.
• Proactively identify, assess, and resolve complex operational issues, including service disruptions, regulatory challenges, and scheduling conflicts, with minimal supervision.
• Direct and coordinate activities of internal and external stakeholders, including terminal operators, service providers, and government agencies, to ensure seamless execution of vessel operations.
• Board vessels as needed to serve as the company’s on-site representative during vessel port calls and perform onboard and documentation-related activities as necessary to support operational oversight and implementation of critical decisions.
• Provide guidance and direction to support personnel, as applicable, to ensure consistent execution of operational standards.
• Ensure readiness for on-call coverage and maintain accountability for continuous operational support, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Safety

• Actively participate in company safety meetings and initiatives to promote awareness, share best practices, and reinforce compliance with established safety protocols.
• Maintain strict adherence to company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to ensure a safe and secure working environment.
• Support the NLI safety program by complying with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and ensuring the proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Complete all mandatory training courses and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, as assigned by your management team, HR, and/or the HSEQ department.
• Follow established standard operating…