Senior Vessel Manager (m/f/d)

Windward Stödig Management GmbH & Co. KG is a Hamburg-based joint venture combining Windward Offshore’s expertise in offshore wind services with Stödig Ship Management’s extensive maritime experience. The company is responsible for the technical and crew management of a state-of-the-art fleet of vessels supporting offshore wind operations. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, safety, and performance, Windward Stödig plays a key role in delivering reliable offshore services for the energy transition.

In our headquarter in Hamburg we are seeking an experienced professional as

Senior Vessel Manager (m/f/d)

We explicitly welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, origin or other personal characteristics.

As part of your role, we will entrust you with the following responsibilities:

• Full accountability for the operational availability, overall performance, and operational readiness of the fleet of vessels supporting offshore wind operations
• Provide direction, leadership, and development to the ship management team ashore, including crewing, procurement, and QHSE, as well as to vessel management onboard, ensuring high performance and strong collaboration across internal and external functions
• Execute the fleet compliance strategy to ensure that all applicable national and international regulations, class and flag state requirements, and client-specific requirements are fully complied with
• Responsible for the development and implementation of fleet-wide policies and standards to drive high levels of safety culture, vessel performance, and operational excellence
• Manage daily and long-term maintenance strategies, dry dockings, minor and major repairs, and technical projects for a modern, high-spec fleet
• Drive and measure continuous improvement in safety, technical performance, and operational excellence across the fleet
• Ownership of budgets, cost control, KPI reporting, and the financial performance of assigned vessels
• Act as a key interface within the joint venture structure and maintain strong working relationships with clients, business partners, yards, suppliers, and authorities
• Participate in the preparation, implementation, and monitoring of business plans and budgets, both internally and externally
• Advise the Owners and senior management on matters relating to the technical operation, maintenance, and performance of the fleet

Does your profile meet most of these requirements? We look forward to your application.

• Completed technical or maritime education, e.g. marine engineering, nautical science, maritime technologies, or a comparable qualification such as Chief Engineer Unlimited; seagoing experience is considered an advantage
• Solid experience in a senior role within vessel or international ship management, ideally within the offshore or offshore wind industry; experience with W2W vessels is considered an advantage
• Proven leadership experience with responsibility for teams, operational performance, and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong understanding of maritime regulations, class and flag state requirements, dry dockings, maintenance strategies, and technical project execution
• Experience in budget management, cost control, KPI reporting, and financial performance monitoring
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills with the ability to operate effectively in an international environment
• Experience with technical management systems, ERP systems, or comparable digital tools
• Very good English skills, both written and spoken; German language skills are considered an advantage
• Willingness to supervise operations both from shore and offshore, including maintaining required offshore and GWO certifications where applicable

Windward Stödig Management GmbH & Co. KG offers a range of benefits that support both your professional and personal well-being:

• Modern Office & Pleasant Working Environment – Our new office in the heart of Hamburg (Holstenhof/Gänsemarkt) offers an open and modern workspace with plenty of room for collaboration, exchange, and short communication paths within the team.
• Your plus in quality of life – access to a wide network of sports and wellness facilities through EGYM Wellpass.
• Mobility made easy – your HVV job ticket is fully covered by us.
• Corporate Benefits – enjoy exclusive employee discounts across a wide range of brands and services.
• BusinessBike Leasing – Lease or purchase your bicycle through tax-advantaged salary conversion, with packages from Basic to Pro.
• Occupational Pension Scheme – benefit from a 20% employer contribution to your pension plan.

You can expect a responsible and varied role with a high degree of ownership in a dynamic and international offshore wind environment. We offer the opportunity to actively shape operations while continuing to grow both professionally and personally.

Have we sparked your interest?

Feel free to apply even if your profile does not fully meet all the requirements, as we value a willingness to learn just as much as professional expertise.