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Prysmian Cables & Systems

World's largest maker of electrical cables

Vessel Manager

Operations & LogisticsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMilan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy

About the Job

Requirements

  • Proven track record and consistent exposure to the maritime environment and ship management practices.
  • Knowledge of working under marine regulations in a ship management structure, including ISM, SOLAS CDM, ISPS, and MARPOL.
  • Three to five years' experience in a ship technical superintendent role or similar is an advantage.
  • Understanding of offshore subsea construction techniques, relevant health, safety, and environmental practices, and varied operational processes and techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage specific company-owned vessels in accordance with international standards, with assistance from a ship management company.
  • Ensure vessels comply with international standards, rules, and laws relating to health and safety, the environment, and occupational matters.
  • Ensure vessels are regularly supplied with the materials, supplies, and equipment needed for continuity of operations and maintenance.
  • Ensure vessels remain regularly manned by crews with the expertise and formal certificates required for their roles.
  • Monitor vessel expenses against the annual company management plan, including fixed costs, non-recurring expenses such as operating expenses and dry docks, investments, and personnel plans.
  • Assist the Fleet Manager in creating management plans for assigned vessels and preparing multi-year investment plans.
  • Control purchasing conducted through the ship management company, including requests for quotation, purchase authorization, and checking final invoices against authorizations.
  • Source suitably qualified and experienced offshore staff for assigned vessels, supervising and controlling crewing performed by the ship management company.
  • Ensure appropriate offshore resources are identified and involved in pre-project planning.
  • When dealing directly with shipyards and equipment suppliers, liaise with suppliers alongside the Purchasing Function under the Fleet Manager's supervision, and ensure timely service and product delivery while managing cost, schedule, and delivery-time information.
  • Coordinate with technical functions on defining modifications to vessel layouts and cable equipment needed for cable installation projects, focusing on cost monitoring and contractual aspects.
  • Coordinate with technical functions on selecting and chartering vessels of opportunity for cable installation projects, and on mobilization, operations, cable equipment spread selection, and vessel layout definition.
  • Ensure vessel and marine personnel documents and certificates are maintained to industry standards and available to the Installation Department.
  • Maintain personal safety and ensure work is performed using safe practices in accordance with company health, safety, and environmental procedures.

About the Company

Prysmian Cables & Systems

World's largest maker of electrical cables

Prysmian Cables & Systems is the world’s largest cable manufacturer by revenue, producing a wide range of electrical and communications cables and systems. Its products include high- and medium-voltage power cables, telecom cables, and fiber-optic solutions. These cables are built from conductors (like copper or aluminum), insulation, shields, and protective jackets, and are installed in infrastructure for power transmission, distribution, and data networks. Prysmian’s fiber and cable offerings enable reliable data transfer and energy delivery across buildings, cities, and grids. The company differentiates itself through its global scale, a history of strategic acquisitions (notably Draka in 2011 and General Cable in 2017) that expanded its footprint and product breadth, and a strong focus on cash flow to fund growth. Its goal is to maintain leadership in the cable industry by providing comprehensive, integrated cabling solutions for energy and communications infrastructure worldwide.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Milan, Italy
Founded
1872

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