Vessel Performance Manager (m/f/d)

Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.

Bestship is a service provider for the shipping industry focusing on Performance & Compliance Management as well as Technical Project Management . Based in Hamburg, we support shipowners and managers worldwide in improving the efficiency, environmental performance, and transparency of their fleets.

Our shareholders are the globally operating Wilhelmsen Group and MPC Capital AG .
Together, we continuously strive to deliver efficient and high-quality services to our customers.

We are now looking for an experienced and skilled Vessel Performance Manager to strengthen our growing Performance Management Team.

Your Responsibilities

As a Vessel Performance Manager, you will play a key role in driving the technical and operational performance of bulk carriers and tankers across our customers’ fleets, particularly by

• Analyze technical and operational data to identify inefficiencies and define improvement actions.
• Drive fleetwide optimization initiatives targeting fuel efficiency, voyage execution, and environmental performance.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality performance presentations to customers and stakeholders.
• Monitor reporting systems to ensure high data quality; drive corrective actions when needed.
• Represent vessel performance in owners’ meetings, presenting status, trends, improvement actions, and risk areas.
• Collaborate closely with onboard crew, internal teams, and service providers to enhance data accuracy.
• Guide and support customers, seafarers, and internal departments on energy efficiency and performance topics.
• Contribute to compliance with global emission, fuel consumption, and energy efficiency regulations.

What You Bring

• University degree or vocational training in a maritime or technical field (Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Naval Architecture, etc.).
• Minimum 3 years of maritime industry experience, ideally including time in vessel operations, performance, or technical/engineering roles.
• Experience with bulkers, tankers, or tramp shipping is a strong advantage.
• Solid technical understanding of ship operations, machinery, and vessel performance drivers.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with operational data, KPIs, and performance tools.
• Familiarity with hull, engine, navigation, environmental and fuel efficiency concepts.
• Understanding of charter party performance issues is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey technical insights clearly to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office, statistical tools, and database systems.
• A proactive mindset, high flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as in cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

• Exciting and diverse projects using modern technologies.
• A motivated, interdisciplinary, international team.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• Flexible working hours and home office options.
• Attractive salary and benefits package.

Become a valued member of our team, where every day presents new opportunities for learning and development. Sound interesting? Click "APPLY" now to embark on a rewarding career journey!