Operations & Contract Manager

Reporting to the Managing Director the role is shore based in London but a regular presence will be required within the geographical scope of the operations, principally on the tidal Thames.

The duties include but are not restricted to:

Management of the crew, to include crew rotas & absence management

Organising workload and movement of vessels

Liaison with clients and terminals providing a link between ship and shore

To ensure adequate resources and shore based support is available to crew and client as and when required

To act as DPA (Designated Person Ashore)
To assist with ISM compliance
To adhere to all statutory requirements and licensing body regulations
To cover crew holidays / work on board as required
This job description does not define or limit the work you are employed to do

Essential Criteria to include:

Minimum of two years’ experience in a senior marine management position
An Industry recognised qualification to operate as master or mate, either STCW, BML Tier 1 Level 2 or equivalent
Experience in crew management & development of staff
Experience in contract management & client liaison
Experience in marine logistics
Designated Person Ashore

Working knowledge of ISM Code
The ability to engage constructively at all Company levels and with external regulatory bodies
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel)
Eligible to work in the UK

Desirable Criteria

Educated to degree level (or equivalent)

Qualification in Health & Sa