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Ship Manager (RoRo / RoPax) – Netherlands Location: Netherlands (3 days per week preferred) Contract: 6-12 month Fixed-Term Contract (duration flexible depending on candidate availability) We are currently supporting a leading maritime operator with the appointment of a Vessel Manager to oversee a small fleet of RoRo / RoPax vessels operating between the UK and the Netherlands. This is a hands-on vessel management position, responsible for the safe, compliant and efficient operation of two vessels. The successful candidate will work closely with onboard and shore-based teams, providing technical and operational oversight while ensuring high standards of safety, reliability and performance. Key Responsibilities • Overall technical and operational management of two RoRo / RoPax vessels. • Direct management of Masters and Chief Engineers, leading a team of approximately 12 personnel. • Management and control of multi-million annual vessel budgets. • Monitoring vessel performance, maintenance activities and regulatory compliance. • Supporting dry dockings, repairs, inspections and planned maintenance activities. • Liaising with classification societies, flag administrations and external stakeholders. • Providing technical guidance and support to vessel crews. • Ensuring company standards, safety procedures and operational requirements are maintained. • Travelling regularly with the vessels and between UK and Dutch ports as required. Requirements • Previous shore-based vessel management experience is essential. • Experience as Master/ Chief Officer /Chief Engineer/ 2nd Engineer Officer. All ranks will be considered with suitable experience. • Experience managing RoRo, RoPax or passenger vessels is essential. • Strong understanding of technical, operational and regulatory requirements within the ferry or passenger vessel sector. • Proven experience managing vessel budgets and leading shipboard personnel. • Comfortable working in an on-call environment and responding to operational requirements outside standard office hours. • Willingness & ability to travel regularly between the UK and the Netherlands. Please Note – Candidates must be able to travel freely between the UK and the Netherlands and hold any necessary visas or permissions to do so. Ship Manager – RoRo/RoPax – Netherlands/UK Not the right role for you? Register your CV with us to be considered for future opportunities that match your profile. We have been made aware of a company falsely claiming to act on behalf of Spinnaker. We do not recruit for roles onboard ships and would never request payment from candidates. If you are contacted about an opportunity and are unsure of its validity, please get in touch with us so we can confirm if it is genuine. Chloe Harrington-Grace Senior Recruitment Consultant Know someone perfect for a role? Refer a candidate to Spinnaker and earn up to £1,000 or donate it to charity. Terms apply. Help us connect talent to opportunity! Find Out More Job has been added to your shortlist.