Fleet Manager, Technical

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
**BW Epic Kosan** owns and operates a fleet of 49 modern and high quality fully pressurised, semi-refrigerated and ethylene capable gas carriers providing seaborne services for the transportation of liquified petroleum gas (LPG), petrochemicals and other speciality gases. We are headquartered in Singapore, with offices in Copenhagen, Manila and Tokyo. Our vessels serve as a crucial link in the international gas supply chains of leading oil majors and commodity trading houses throughout Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, West Africa and the Americas. We employ approximately 2000 seafarers and a multi-national team of 200 shore-based staff.

DESIGNATION : FLEET MANAGER, TECHNICAL - SINGAPORE OFFICE

RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you ready to steer technical excellence in the maritime world? Join our team as a Fleet Manager, Technical, where you'll oversee the technical operations of a fleet of vessels, ensuring they comply with international regulations, company policies, and exceed customer expectations.

**What You'll Do**:

- Lead Fleet Operations: Oversee and guide a team of Ship Managers to ensure the technical operation and maintenance of vessels meet the highest standards of reliability, safety, and compliance with international, national, and company regulations.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Strategize collaboratively on technical improvements by analyzing performance data, creating KPIs, and addressing deviations. Implement corrective actions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Develop Training Programs: Collaborate with the Learning and Development team to design shore and seafarer training programs. Address competency gaps, provide technical insights, and actively participate in seminars to foster team growth.
- Foster Compliance and Innovation: Liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless technical performance, adherence to policies, and adoption of innovative technologies. Spearhead fleet digitalization to enhance efficiency and competitiveness.
- Ensure Safety and Preparedness: Champion a strong safety culture by leading incident investigations, implementing preventive measures, and managing emergency responses. Ensure fleetwide compliance with updated technical standards and corrective procedures.
- Budget and Resource Management: Prepare and manage annual vessel operational and dry-docking budgets. Oversee expenditures, track financial performance, and ensure timely resolution of claims in collaboration with relevant teams.
- Manage Dry Dock Projects: Plan, oversee, and execute dry-docking operations within budget and time constraints. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure thorough defect resolution and future operational readiness.
- Enhance Procurement and Sustainability: Implement purchasing policies aligned with sustainability goals, such as emissions monitoring and waste reduction. Ensure efficient inventory management and effective coordination with accounting teams.
- Lead Technical Innovations: Review, simplify, and automate technical processes. Work closely with IT and AI developers to identify areas for improvement and implement digital solutions that drive productivity and reduce costs.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Maintain harmonious relationships with stakeholders, including shipowners, suppliers, and external auditors. Foster communication and collaboration between shore and ship teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Mentor and Empower: Lead by example, providing mentorship and career development opportunities to technical teams. Promote a culture of innovation, quality, and excellence throughout the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in marine / mechanical engineering / Naval Architecture. Should have sailed as Chief Engineer or Second engineer and minimum of 3-year experience in ship management, with a reputed ship management company.
- Strong Business process improvement and optimization skills, with digitalization and automation capabilities
- Technologically driven, comfortable working in a digital environment, logical process development.
- Good leadership qualities
- Excellent organisational and planning skills
- Strong team orientation and has the ability to manage cross-functional relationships in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

OTHER INFORMATION
**What We Offer**:

- A chance to foster innovation and excellence while collaborating across teams.
- Opportunities for professional growth through leadership, training, and development programs.
- Be a key player in implementing initiatives aligned with sustainability goals and cutting-edge technologies.

Step into a role where leadership meets innovation, and together, we ensure reliability and excellence in maritime operations.

**Place of Work**
- Singapore

BW Epic Kosan offers exciting and rewarding career opportunities to bright and ambitious people, who have the skills and determination to succeed in a career in the maritime industry.

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