Vessel Manager

Are you a passionate Vessel Manager? Are you looking to work in a growing company in Australia? Would you like to work in a dynamic team and operations?

Set sail for your future with CSL as a Vessel Manager in the Technical Operations department in our Perth office! 

At CSL Australia, we acknowledge that our employees are at the heart of our success. That’s why we offer much more than just a job:

• Competitive salary and employee bonus package
• Extensive learning and development opportunities with CSL Academy
• Yearly fitness reimbursement program
• 16 weeks paid parental leave + secondary caregiver leave options
• Half day Friday’s during the summer
• Coverage under CSL’s life insurance plan
• Novated leasing

• Ensure companies procedures and safety standards are maintained onboard the ships by proper familiarization to the crew, routine inspections onboard and active participation in near miss reviews

• In conjunction with the crewing department ensure the vessel is always properly manned. Attend monthly crewing meetings and provide assistance to the crewing department as required in order to maintain the overall crew planning for the entire fleet

• Ensure Senior officers receive proper familiarisation to perform their onboard duties and do match the vessels overall operational requirements. Conduct Senior Officer performance appraisals as per companies SMS system

• Plan, control and execute of all activities connected with maintenance, repairs, survey and certificate requirements, dry docking, conversions or modification of assigned vessels

• Visit the vessels at regular intervals and follow the fleet inspection plan in order to verify and report the vessels general condition, repairs and maintenance schedule, crew performance, compliance with safety and environmental standards.

• Onboard experience in the rank as Senior Officer position is desirable

• Min. 2 years experience in the role as Jr. Technical Superintendent, MSQ Superintendent or previous experience in a Senior engineering or Naval Architect position in the Marine Industry

• Proficient computer skills & in-depth knowledge of MS office, Powerpoint and especially Excel

• Financial awareness and ability to administer technical and budget requirements

• Ability to communicate and coordinate with all departments within the company

• Well-developed interpersonal skills

CSL Australia (“CSLA”) was established in 1999 and is the largest owner of and operator of dry bulk coastal vessels operating in Australian waters. CSLA is the major supplier of shipping services to the construction and building industries.

CSLA is a division of The CSL Group Inc. (“CSL”) which operates a highly diversified fleet of specialised self-unloading vessels, off-shore transhippers and Handysize bulk carriers. CSL delivers millions of tons of cargo to industrial customers annually.

At CSL, we are committed to the wellbeing of our crews and employees, and to promoting a corporate culture that values high ethical standards, a safe and healthy workplace and respect for the environment.