Operations Manager (LNG) - Middle East

Operations Manager (LNG) – Permanent – Middle East – Competitive

An internationally renowned organisation with the world's largest fleet of LNG vessels, is recruiting for an Operations Manager to join the team in the Middle East.

Reporting to the COO – Fleet, this role will ensure that the ships are managed in line with industry standards and best practices.

Other key duties will include (not limited to);

• Establishing and continuously monitoring operational standards of ships to ensure delivery of continuous, efficient and safe service to the customer.
• Providing marine operational expertise and advice with regards to operational matters. Assist with the assessment of operational risks.
• Providing guidance and conduct port and terminal due diligence to ensure safe operations.
• Monitoring performance of the vessels against charter parties to ensure commercial interests of owners are protected. Prepare defence for performance and off hire claims.
• Conducting vessel audit on owned and chartered vessels.
• Monitoring LNG bespoke developed emergency STS transfer with the third party service provider in conjunction with the charterers to be able to deploy promptly if required.
• Ensuring that OCIMF and SIRE records are up to date at all times by liaising with STASCO, joint owners and OCIMF.
• Identifying gaps in training and conduct appropriate training programs as well as monitor their progress in consultation with the operations staff.
• Assisting the Chief Operating Officer-Fleet in updating and reviewing a preferred agency list and in maintaining a database of agents.
• Ensuring that operational issues related to ships are resolved amicably and quickly.

The successful candidate will have sailed as a Master Mariner onboard LNG Vessels and have extensive experience ashore in a similar capacity.

The individual will also have extensive experience in dry docking, refits and shipping projects and excellent knowledge of international and national statutory requirements and awareness of current developments that relate to the marine operations and cargo handling aspects of the shipping industry.

To be considered for this role, the individual must have excellent communication skills, have the ability to identify problems and provide effective solutions.

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