Assistant Vessel Manager

Entity:
Supply, Trading & Shipping Job Family Group:
Shipping Group

Job Description:

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced marine engineering professional to join us as an Assistant Vessel Manager. This role follows a hybrid working pattern of four days per week in the office and one day working remotely. There is flexibility around the remote-working day, subject to operational needs and reasonable commuting arrangements. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong technical background in marine engineering, gas-burning engines and vessel maintenance who is ready to develop their career ashore.

You will initially focus on supporting the planning and delivery of maintenance activity across our vessels, while building the knowledge and experience required to progress towards a Vessel Manager position. You will work closely with a small team of seagoing maintenance engineers, helping to ensure that maintenance activity is effectively planned, appropriately resourced and delivered safely and reliably. Direct people management responsibilities will be limited initially, with accountability increasing as you develop within the role.

This role offers broad exposure to vessel operations, fleet management and future dry-docking activity, providing a structured development pathway for someone who is motivated to become a fully capable Vessel Manager.

What you will do:

In the initial stage of the role, you will:

Support and coordinate a team of four seagoing maintenance engineers.

Plan and schedule vessel maintenance activities.

Ensure maintenance work is appropriately resourced.

Support the effective delivery of maintenance activity across the vessels.

Assist with relevant logistics coordination.

Develop a detailed understanding of vessel operations, maintenance planning and frontline shipboard challenges.

Accompany maintenance engineers onboard vessels to gain first-hand operational knowledge and build effective working relationships with vessel crews. As your experience and capability develop, you will:

Gain exposure to the wider responsibilities of vessel management.

Build the competency required to provide cover during Vessel Manager absences.

Take on greater accountability for vessel operations and fleet management activity.

Support ship visits and vessel ride-alongs.

Work towards progression into a future Vessel Manager position as part of our longer-term succession planning.

What you will need:

Essential

Education:

Senior Engineering Certificate of Competency and/or a degree in Marine Engineering.

Sea going experience in a senior rank on board LNG carriers or equivalent experience from a shore based technical management position

Essential Experience /

Job Requirements:

Operation and maintenance of gas fuelled reciprocating engines

Hydrocarbon Gas Compression, Fuel Gas Supply Systems, LNG reliquefaction systems

Cryogenic systems and materials

Ancillary Systems:
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning;
Steering Gear;
Fuel Oil and Lube Oil Systems;
Sea Water and Fresh Water Systems;
Compressed Air Systems;
Purifiers.

Electrical:
Alarms and Instrumentation;
Generation and Distribution Understanding of the thermophysical properties of Liquefied Natural Gas Desirable Criteria:

Technical and operational management of LNG vessels including management Systems;
Classification Society and Flag Administration;
Project Management; HSSE;
People and Competence;
Vessel Operational Performance;
Commercial;
Inspection;
Management of Change; BPS Standards;
Finance.

Relevant experience ashore in a superintendent type position, supported by the relevant professional qualifications

Membership of a professional Institute Why Join us:

At bp, we offer a supportive and inclusive environment where you can grow and develop your career. We provide flexible ways of working, competitive benefits, and opportunities to learn within a global organisation. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.

We understand that people have different priorities and responsibilities, which is why we offer a range of benefits and flexible options to help you balance work and life effectively.

Join us in shaping the future and take the next step in your career with bp. Apply now.

Travel Requirement Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Analytical Thinking,…