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.

Our offices are located in Fornebu and Ålesund, 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. 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

Are you a structured, responsible and experienced professional who seeks development opportunities within a global growing company?

As our Vessel Mager you will be the supporting resource on shore and keep communications between the vessels and the operations office to its best. You will be securing vessels technical conditions and plan and execute shipyard stay. You will also work with business cases, vessel improvements, vessel budgets, and report on KPI's, technical issues and budget. We are looking for a person with high technical competence in marine operations with a desire for an onshore career. 

Mail responsibilities:

• Being key contact for all vessel technical matters
• 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) 
• Plan and execute shipyard stay.
• Responsible for ensuring that insurance claims are handled correctly
• Build and maintain "idea bank" (Trello) for vessel improvements including suggestions for business cases.
• Assist all vessel operation departments when needed.
• Keeping contact with the local agencies wherever in the world the vessel(s) enters.
• 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.

Qualifications

• We would like you to have some years of relevant work experience. 
• Fluent in English both verbal and written.  
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office tools, preferable trained in TM Master and Shipadmin. 
• Preferable technical or nautical education.

Location: Ålesund

Deadline for application

Application and contact information

Are you ready to become a part of our team? Please submit your application with a CV. Prospective candidates will be contacted continuously.

For more information about the position or process, please contact Georg Mork at

About Aker QRILL Company:

We develop ingredients for use in 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.

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.