Faststream Recruitment Pte Ltd Hiring! Full Time Vessel Operations Manager in Hong Kong - Ricebowl

Are you an experienced vessel operator looking for the opportunity to take ownership of the commercial and operational management of a vessel?

Faststream is partnering with a privately owned ship owner based in the Cayman Islands to recruit a Vessel Operations Manager responsible for the day-to-day management of one company-owned dry cargo vessel.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly alongside the vessel owner, overseeing the commercial and operational performance of the vessel while coordinating with trusted third-party partners responsible for technical management and crewing, port agency and chartering support.

If you're looking for a broad, hands-on role where you can genuinely make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day commercial and operational performance of a single company-owned dry cargo vessel.
• Act as the primary shore-based point of contact for the vessel, working closely with the Master and technical manager.
• Oversee the performance of the third-party technical manager, ensuring maintenance, compliance and operational issues are managed effectively.
• Coordinate with the company's crewing partners to oversee crew changes, travel arrangements, visas and related administration.
• Review and approve crew bonuses and other operational matters.
• Liaise with the company's in-house port agent to ensure efficient execution of port calls and cargo operations.
• Monitor vessel schedules, voyage progress and operational performance.
• Review port costs, bunker requirements and voyage expenses to support efficient vessel operations.
• Work alongside the company's appointed broker to review charter opportunities, charter parties and voyage execution when required.
• Resolve operational issues and maintain strong relationships with owners, agents, suppliers and service providers.

We're looking for someone with experience in vessel operations who enjoys taking ownership and working across a broad range of responsibilities.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Vessel Operator, Vessel Operations Manager or similar shore-based operations role.
• Experience managing dry bulk, breakbulk or general cargo vessels.
• Strong understanding of voyage execution, vessel scheduling and port operations.
• Experience coordinating with Masters, technical managers, agents and service providers.
• Good commercial awareness and an understanding of voyage costs and charter party fundamentals.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• The ability to work independently within a small, collaborative business.

This role offers the opportunity to become a key member of a small shipping company where your contribution will have a direct impact on the success of the business.

Rather than managing part of a fleet, you'll take responsibility for the operational management of a single vessel, working closely with the owner and playing a central role in its day-to-day operation.

Progression and future career opportunities are available in the company.

Relocation assistance is available for candidates moving to the Cayman Islands.