Are you ready to become our new Vessel Manager?

Aker QRILL Company is a world leader in the sustainable production of krill-based products. We are dedicated to enhancing the nutritional value of feed for aquaculture and livestock and contributing to a more sustainable global food system. Our business has experienced consistent growth within the Aker BioMarine organization. In 2024 we were spun out as a stand-alone entity, and we remain a reputable company in the maritime industry known for a focus on operational excellence. Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who “chips in” when the situation requires so.

We are about 400 employees globally, of which about 100 work on board our krill vessels in Antarctica. We are a diverse company with more than 25 nationalities, spread across all time zones and most continents. Together, we form an international, high performing, diverse and fun work environment.

Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who “chips in” when the situation requires so.

Vessel Manager, Offshore Operations

Position purpose: 

• To be an on shore supporting resource for the vessel(s).
• To keep the communications between vessel(s) and operations office to its best.
• Securing that the vessel(s) are in optimal technical condition at all times.
• Securing minimum downtime as a consequence of technical breakdowns in any area of the vessel(s).
• Shipyard planning.
• Be on site for execution and organize service companies at shipyard.
• The position is not set to a specific vessel and may change during the season if required or by request from management.

Responsibilities: 

Overall

• Being key contact for all vessel technical matters, and responsible for maintaining a well working communication both written and oral with the vessel(s).
• Ensure that vessel(s) comply with class rules and regulations as well as company standards.
• Being informed about production, crew and harvesting related matters.
• Plan, present and keep budget with vessel(s) in a condition that enables the achievement of defined KPI´s. Inform manager and finance if and when there are changes, especially issues that leads to cost overrun.
• Plan and execute shipyard stay.
• Develop, implement, maintain and manage technical and operational support services, including, but not limited to, keeping the company planned maintenance system updated.
• Plan, present and keep budget with vessels kept in acceptable condition. Inform Technical Director and finance if and when there are financial changes (e.g. breakdowns that lead to cost overrun).
• Control invoices against deliveries’, link invoices (or control that it is already done correctly from purchase department) to correct PO and/or project, and approve via digital approval system.
• Build and maintain “idea bank” (Trello) for vessel improvements including suggestions for business cases.
• Make and present business cases for vessel improvements.
• Assist all vessel operation departments when needed.
• Responsible that insurance cases are followed up, either by oneself or by delegating assignment.
• Keeping contact with the local agencies wherever in the world the vessel(s) enter.
• Securing that the risk matrix is held updated at all times.
• Securing and that critical spare parts are at a sufficient level and that spare parts strategy is overheld.
• Secure that the provision ordering is according to budget and that inventory control is perform during the season with especially focus on thorough control by emptying provision holds during lay-up period for cleaning and maintenance.

Interface management

• QA/QC: Quality and audit related matters.
• Finance: Budget, business cases, OKR´s and KPI reports.
• Montevideo: Import manager and storage facility for equipment.

Reporting and follow-up

• Monthly reporting of budget and expenditures. Opex as well as Capex.
• Monthly reporting on provision status.

Desired characteristics:

• Desire for an onshore career
• Enjoys working in an international environment
• Appreciates new challenges, seeking new tasks and continuous improvements
• Systematic and responsible with drive and self-motivation

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
• Fluent in English both verbally and in written form
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office tools, preferably trained in TM Master and Shipadmin
• Preferable technical education

The Vessel Manager will work primarily at our office in Ålesund, Norway. Shipyard stays and some other travel will be required. 

For more information about the position or process, please contact georg.skjong@qrill.com , +47  95206461

About Aker QRILL Company:

We develop ingredients for use in the aquaculture and animal feed markets, as well as deliver raw materials for production of human health supplements. Our value chain stretches from our vessels and sustainable krill harvesting operations in Antarctica, through our logistics hub in Montevideo, and all the way to customers around the world.

The Company operates a fleet of four vessels, including one cargo vessel and three fishing vessels, leading krill fishing within the Antarctic region. The three fishing vessels operate on the fishing grounds year-round, except for one month in October, which is dedicated to maintenance and repairs while the cargo vessel transports products and crew to and from the fishing grounds throughout the year.

Our offices are located in Fornebu and Aalesund, with the logistics base and product warehouse in Montevideo, Uruguay. We are about 500 employees globally, of which about 430 work on board our krill vessels in Antarctica. We are a diverse company with more than 25 nationalities, spread across all time zones and most continents.

QRILL™ Aqua is a functional feed ingredient for shrimp, marine fish, and salmonids, increasing productivity in aquaculture - through improved growth, health and quality.

QRILL™ Pet is a functional ingredient for pet nutrition with documented health benefits for companion animals. Proven in numerous studies to benefit pet health, the omega-3s help maintain the health of the heart, kidneys, liver, joints, brain, eyes, skin and coat.

Why should you be part of our team?

You can expect hard work and a lot of fun and challenges. In return we promise you will be part of an exciting journey. If you show initiative and desire for more responsibility, we will give it to you and support you along the way. We strongly believe that our team of people want to do their best. All in the spirit of being the leading company in our industry and always striving to raise the bar.

We are the world’s leading krill company, delivering premium ingredients for human and animal nutrition. Aker QRILL Company is an Antarctic krill-harvesting company dedicated to improving health across species. We develop krill-based ingredients for nutraceutical, aquaculture, and animal feed applications, backed by rigorous science and research into krill’s benefits. Sustainability is at the core of our operations, rooted in world-class standards.