Ship Manager (LPG)

We are supporting a leading international gas carrier owner in the search for a Ship Manager at Technical Superintendent level to join their Copenhagen office. This is a high responsibility fleet role overseeing 4 to 5 gas and ethylene capable vessels within a modern, globally trading fleet.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe and environmentally responsible operation of 4 to 5 fully pressurised, semi-refrigerated and ethylene capable gas carriers
• Take technical, operational and financial responsibility for the day-to-day management of assigned vessels
• Plan and coordinate logistics, spares, inspections and dry dockings, with regular vessel visits throughout the year
• Monitor budgets and control vessel expenditure in line with approved financial plans
• Maintain and oversee planned maintenance systems and technical documentation
• Work closely with Masters, Chief Engineers, Crewing, Vetting and Commercial teams to ensure efficient vessel performance
• Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, dry docks, classification societies, oil majors and other external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with IMO regulations including ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL and STCW

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in a Ship Manager or Technical Superintendent role, or sailing experience as Chief Engineer
• Sound technical knowledge of shipboard operations, ideally within gas carriers
• Strong project management, budgeting and cost control experience
• Ability to manage multiple vessels and priorities without compromising quality
• Comfortable working independently within a dynamic owner environment
• Strong communication skills in English
• Willingness to travel regularly and complete an international induction period if required

Benefits

• Join a well-established international owner operating 50+ modern gas carriers
• Hybrid working model within the Copenhagen office
• Exposure to global operations and cross-functional collaboration
• Competitive salary and long-term career development within a growing fleet