Our client is a market leader in offshore dredging, construction and installation services. They have a long history of performing significant international projects. Offshore Energy is now one of their key strategic growth areas for the company. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading organisation as they focus their operations across the UK and Europe.
The Vessel Operations Manager will lead and support all offshore operations for the company throughout UK and Europe. In time this role may also develop to include leading operations across Asia. This role requires strong leadership and vessel management, offshore technical expertise, experience with offshore logistics, knowledge of maritime rules/laws and strong personnel management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Operations Support and Management:
Coordinate vessel parts and personnel logistics between the vessel and the logistics personnel onshore.
Manage personnel onbo ard the Subsea Rock Installation Vessel (SRIV), working with onboard leadership
Track and develop training of personnel and assess competency in their roles.
Review/approve operational procedures and identify potential opportunities to improve rock installation operations through efficiency, quality or safety.
Team Leadership:
Manage multidisciplinary teams and departments, coordinating tasks with logistics, projects, safety, procurement, engineering and maintenance.
Foster a culture of safety and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Stakeholder Management:
Serve as primary point of contact onshore for the vessel(s) in their respective region.
Coordination of subcontracted work and vendors onboard the vessel.
Prepare and deliver various reports, risk assessments and forecasting updates.
Operational Oversight:
Verification of vessel readiness in accordance with regulatory bodies, the client contract and project requirements
Supervise offshore installation activities, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and procedural compliance.
Monitor vessel performance, offshore installation activities, weather conditions, and operational risks.
Assurance of compliance to applicable local/regional laws and regulations.
Compliance and Safety:
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Implement quality assurance and control measures throughout all vessel activities.
Vessel cost control, reporting & regulatory compliance
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Ideally - but not essential - you will have a Bachelors degree in engineering, Marine Construction or related field (Masters preferred).
Minimum 10+ years of experience in offshore vessel operations, with at least 5 years in a vessel management role.
Proven experience in international offshore operations, preference leaning to wind or subsea rock installation.
Strong knowledge of marine equipment, offshore classification societies, and installation techniques.
Experience with development of operational task specific procedures and efficiency improvements.
Skills & Competencies
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
High level of safety awareness and commitment.
Ability to work under pressure and in challenging offshore environments.
Strong knowledge of ISO standards and marine regulatory compliance, particularly in UK & Europe.
Strong financial skills and logistics management.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite and with offshore vessel maintenance systems.
Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, financial, and operational risks.
Travel & Conditions
Hybrid working - the UK Head Office is based in Surrey, but you can be located anywhere in the UK that has good connections to London and able to work in dynamic offshore environments with some international travel.
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