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Manager - Vessel Solutions

Job Description - Manager - Vessel Solutions

Description

Lead the selection, implementation, and optimization of vessel management solutions across the fleet, ensuring seamless integration of technical, operational, HSEQ, crewing, procurement, and compliance functions. Drive digital transformation initiatives that enhance fleet performance, regulatory compliance, data visibility, and operational efficiency.


 



Responsibilities

Fleet Systems & Digital Solutions
•    Manage and optimize vessel management systems including PMS, Crewing, HSEQ, Procurement, and Fleet Management platforms.
•    Lead digital transformation and process automation initiatives across fleet operations.
•    Develop dashboards, reports, and performance analytics to support management decision-making.
•    Drive system integration between vessel, ERP, finance, procurement, crewing, and HSEQ platforms.
IT Infrastructure & Communications
•    Manage vessel and shore-based IT hardware, networks, and technology assets.
•    Oversee vessel communication systems including VSAT, Starlink, Inmarsat, and related connectivity solutions.
•    Ensure technology reliability, cybersecurity compliance, and operational continuity.
•    Manage IT asset lifecycle, upgrades, and technical support requirements.
Contracts & Vendor Management
•    Manage software, IT, communication, and technology service contracts.
•    Lead vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, renewals, and SLA management.
•    Monitor supplier performance and identify cost optimization opportunities.
Process Improvement & Compliance
•    Standardize operational processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
•    Ensure systems support compliance with ISM Code, IMO requirements, ISO standards, and client requirements.
•    Support audits, inspections, and governance requirements.
Training & Change Management
•    Drive user adoption of new systems and technologies.
•    Deliver training, user guidance, and implementation support.
•    Promote innovation and digital best practices across the fleet.
 



Qualifications

Educational and Technical Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline. 

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in digital solutions, fleet systems, IT infrastructure, or technology project management. 

  • Experience managing maritime communication systems and technology vendors.

  • AMOS, NS5, Helm CONNECT, ShipNet, Danaos, or similar vessel management systems.

  • SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent ERP platforms.

  • Power BI, Microsoft Power Platform, and reporting tools.

  • Maritime communications (VSAT, Starlink, Inmarsat, Iridium).

  • IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems integration.

 

Language Skills:

  • English

  • Arabic (Preferred)

  • Project coordination, stakeholder management, maritime compliance, problem-solving.

Years of Experience:

• 5–8 years marine/project experience

Nature of Experience:

• Marine



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