West Nautical are recruiting a Vessel Technical Manager.

 A leading shipping company focusing on complete management services to commercial ships and luxury yachts are currently seeking to recruit a Technical Manager due to company expansion. Based in Gateshead, the role will be a combination of technical and compliance related work as and when required covering all aspects of the routine operation of the fleet of managed vessels and involvement in projects as and when required. 

Working within an established management team who will support the role and assist in training on the in-house vessel management software. Practical experience of working onboard ship or ashore in the maritime sector is preferred. 

A sound and thorough knowledge of the ISM and ISPS Codes, Maritime Labour Convention and COSWP is required, and holding a valid Merchant Navy certificate of competency as an engineering officer would be an advantage, along with other high-level qualifications such as ‘Designated Person Ashore and ‘Company Security Officer’ etc. 

The position of Technical Manager is a central role to the department and works directly with the company’s clients, deemed a Captains and Owners alike. The Technical Manager is responsible for the following tasks, which makes reference to 'Horizon', which is the companies in-house Safety Management System software: 

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Please send any applications to info@westnautical.com, with your name and 'Vessel Technical Manager' in the subject.