Shipowner's Representative (MPP/Heavy-Lift Vessels)

Salling Search is currently recruiting for a Shipowner's Representative for a ship management company specializing in MPP/heavy-lift vessels . This role acts as the key liaison between the shipowner, ship management company, charterers, ports and service providers, safeguarding the shipowner's interests across technical, operational, safety and commercial matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent the shipowner in dealings with the ship management company and monitor its performance under technical, crewing, safety and management agreements
• Review vessel technical reports, inspection findings, maintenance plans, repair proposals and operational performance, ensuring issues are properly followed up and closed
• Monitor vessel machinery condition, PMS implementation, statutory/class certification and overall asset condition
• Review and control vessel OPEX, repair costs, spare parts purchases and third-party service expenses, including assessment of unbudgeted expenditure and warranty claims
• Participate in and oversee dry-docking, major repairs, equipment upgrades, vessel takeover and delivery projects
• Ensure continued compliance with ISM, ISPS, MLC, Flag State, Port State Control, Class and relevant industry requirements
• Conduct vessel visits, internal audits, safety inspections and operational assessments, and participate in accident/incident investigations and corrective actions
• Oversee operational requirements specific to MPP/heavy-lift vessels, including heavy-lift operations, deck/project cargo, cargo securing, cargo hold suitability and cargo-related safety
• Liaise with charterers, customers, terminals, ports and service providers on vessel operational and contractual matters
• Monitor relevant charter-party requirements, vessel performance, off-hire matters, terminal feedback and Letters of Protest
• Participate in the selection, briefing and performance monitoring of senior officers, particularly Masters and Chief Engineers
• Monitor crew training, welfare, competency and compliance with STCW and MLC requirements
• Provide regular operational and technical reports to the Technical Head/shipowner covering vessel condition, repairs, safety, crew matters, client feedback, inspections and upcoming activities
• Act as the shipowner's technical representative for insurance claims, P&I matters and other technical/legal proceedings when required

Requirements

• Master Mariner (FG) or Chief Engineer Class 1 Certificate of Competency preferred
• Relevant seagoing experience on MPP, heavy-lift or multipurpose vessels
• Minimum 2-3 years of shore-based experience as a Marine Superintendent, Technical Superintendent, Shipowner's Representative or similar position
• Strong knowledge of ISM, ISPS, MLC, PSC, vetting, PMS and SMS systems
• Good understanding of vessel maintenance, dry-docking, repair management, budgeting and OPEX control
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills with the ability to independently represent the shipowner's interests
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Willing and able to undertake frequent overseas travel and vessel visits, potentially up to approximately 200 days per year depending on operational requirements

Contact Ellaine at one@sallingsearch.com for more information or apply via our website.

Ellaine Legaspi Gorospe Reg No: R1220634 EA License No: 15S7671