Offshore Employment jobs in Newfoundland and Labrador

Oceanex is a dynamic organization who is currently looking for a Director, Marine Fleet Operations. This position ensures that our vessels are available to service the needs of the business efficiently, effectively, and safely.

Reporting to the Executive Vice-President, the Director, Marine Fleet Operations is responsible for the overall safe and efficient operation and long-term planning of marine assets. This position contributes to company management functions as a member of the senior executive team, while leading technical and operational staff within the Marine Fleet Operations Department. Responsibilities include vessel maintenance, dry docks, new builds, fuel management program, crewing, training and labour relations, compliance, health and safety, ISO/ISM, marine operations budget and our fleet renewal program.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Manage Oceanex’s Marine Fleet Operations according to Company policies.
• Oversee the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the Company’s Safety Management System (SMS) to meet the requirements of the ISM Code. This includes but is not limited to approving and implementing the Company’s Management and Operational Manuals both ashore and on board and reviewing its effectiveness annually.
• Oversee the company’s marine environmental initiatives and policies.
• Manage long term planning, vessel operations budgeting, fleet renewal and new building projects.
• Ensure compliance with standards set by national and international regulatory authorities.
• Liaise and represent Oceanex with government agencies and industry associations.
• Develop departmental budget and exercise duties within the approved annual budget.
• Coordinate a cost-efficient distribution of tasks between Oceanex vessel management personnel.
• Conduct vessel visits.
• Chair meetings with Oceanex vessel management personnel for coordination and information flow.
• Prepare reports and documentation for company Executive Chairman and Board of Directors as required.

Qualifications

• Certified as Chief Engineer or Master Mariner with at least 5 years sea-going experience in one of these positions.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a senior management position in marine fleet operations.
• Experience in strategic planning.
• Familiarity with governing bodies and relevant marine industry legislation.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in the Microsoft Suite of products.

Skills

• Excellent English written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Above-average leadership skills and management abilities.
• Able to work under pressure and manage frequently changing demands.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, dynamic and self-confident.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge of French is an asset.

You are interested and believe you have all the qualifications? Please forward your resume as soon as possible to:

www.oceanex.com/hr

Oceanex Inc. is committed to equity in employment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

See Oceanex at www.oceanex.com