Dynamic and Experienced Sales and Marketing Professionals Wanted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee the overall operations of assigned vessels in alignment with company values and operational standards.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with vessel Captains, Chief Engineers, and crew, ensuring safe and efficient vessel operations.
• Coordinate closely with internal support teams, including Port Engineers, Operations Coordinators, Purchasing, HSE, HR, and Logistics.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for charter clients, managing daily operational issues and ensuring a high level of customer service.
• Interface with vessel leadership and shore teams on technical, regulatory, safety, and compliance matters.
• Plan and manage future vessel activities, including port calls, bunkering, crew changes, and operational milestones.
• Ensure vessels meet all Flag State, class, and regulatory requirements (personnel, statutory certificates, annuals, audits, etc.).
• Track and maintain all vessel regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Review daily vessel reports and follow up on operational, safety, and performance items.
• Assist vessel Captains with voyage planning and provide sailing expertise as needed.
• Support and participate in accident and incident investigations when required.
• Participate in client and vessel conference calls and represent the company at pre-job and pre-project meetings.
• Work closely with assigned Port Engineers to ensure adequate technical and engineering support.
• Participate in interviews and selection for key vessel positions (Captain, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer, First Assistant Engineer, etc.).
• Review and understand charter contracts, and ensure vessels meet all contractual obligations.
• Conduct regular vessel visits (monthly or as reasonably able).
• Prepare and present monthly vessel condition reports to leadership.
• Manage vessel budgets, track budget-to-actuals, and report daily and monthly operating costs.
• Organize and support pre-project Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA).
• Assist in developing daily operating cost estimates and project budgets as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong working knowledge of vessel operations, including technical, regulatory, safety, and financial management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with crew, clients, and internal teams.
• Proven ability to resolve conflicts, manage competing priorities, and make sound operational decisions.
• Solid financial acumen with experience tracking vessel budgets and identifying cost efficiencies.
• Familiarity with maritime operations software and reporting systems.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on risk mitigation and operational continuity.
• Collaborative leadership style balanced with decisiveness and accountability.

EDUCATION AND/OR REQUIREMENTS

• Experience: 10+ years in maritime operations, including at least 3 years in a leadership or vessel management/ Port Captain or Vessel Manager role.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Operations, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Certifications/Knowledge: Strong understanding of Survey, DP2 operations, ISM Code, HSE systems, and applicable maritime regulatory frameworks.
• Should be able to lift up to 30 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• There will be local and international travel (including air travel) up to 30-40% of the time, with or without notice.
• The individual will be required to be in production areas in the Shipyards and on-board ships.
• Must be able to walk to and from job sites.
• The person must be able to climb inclined stairways and vertical ladders, enter confined areas and tanks, and work at heights.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, Passport, and be able to receive a TWIC.