Marine Manager

We have an opportunity for the right candidate to secure a Marine Manager position with our client on Scotland’s West coast.   

• Provide professional support to the team for all Marine matters, participating in the formulation of the department strategy, whilst ensuring the safe operation of the company’s vessels.
• Provide a comprehensive marine management function for the vessels for which you are responsible for and establish a close liaison with the Operations Director / Regional Managers in respect of the operation and positioning of the vessels throughout the network to ensure delivery of a safe and cost effective service.
• Agree manning levels on the vessels in accordance to MCA regulations, passenger certificates and muster lists.
• Carryout incident reviews, accident investigations and vessel audits as required.

The Successful Applicant

Leadership / Motivational Requirements

• An experienced, self-starting, customer focused individual with a track record in people management skills who has the ability to participate in an environment where the promotion of a challenging and appreciative working environment that encourages strengths, innovation, creativity and open mindedness is the primary objective.
• Has excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead, direct, and consult with vessel management to ensure the vessels are operated in the safe and reliable manner required in meeting the agreed business requirements.
• A positive and energetic individual with an excellent attitude towards their work and colleagues.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Master Mariner with a STCW Class II/2 Master (No limitations) qualifications.
• Experienced professional with a track record in exercising sound judgement in the fields of business and vessel operations.
• Trained in incident management / investigation techniques and auditing.

Job Description

As a Marine Manager, you will be responsible for the following:  

• Liaise with the Operations Director / Regional Managers about the operation and positioning of the vessels throughout the network to ensure delivery of a safe and cost effective service.
• Undertake annual inspections of each vessel for which responsible and submit comprehensive management reports including recommendations for resolution of problems arising.
• Responsible for Shipboard Disciplinary matters and issues arising under the Drugs & Alcohol Policy in consultation with the Crew Resource Manager, Technical Manager, Retail Operations Manager and Human Resources Department.
• Carryout performance appraisals of the senior marine officers onboard the vessels and provide advice and guidance on fleet training requirements in conjunction with the Crew Resource Manager and Technical Managers.
• Identify and interview suitably qualified and competent Masters and Deck Officers for employment / promotion to appropriate vessels in conjunction with the Crew Resource Manager and Human Resources Department.
• Ensure all necessary documentation and equipment required for vessel operations is maintained and complies with relevant legislation.
• Provide advice and guidance to Masters and Charge-hands on marine, legal and professional matters.
• Advise Technical Managers about deck aspects of overhauls and supervision of MES tests with MCA.

Remuneration Package on Offer

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package