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Significant shore-based experience in a marine operations, vessel operations, fleet management, or similar senior maritime role.
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A relevant maritime qualification or professional certification.
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Strong knowledge of marine safety, operational procedures, and regulatory requirements.
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Experience working with vessel crews, ports, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
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Demonstrable leadership and people-management experience.
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Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills.
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Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
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The ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced operational environment.
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A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental protection, and operational excellence.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant marine/operations management systems.
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Ability to travel internationally for vessel visits.
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Full and unrestricted right to live and work in Republic of Ireland.
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Full drivers licence.
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Lead and manage day-to-day marine operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable service delivery.
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Oversee vessel operations, crew coordination, port activities, logistics, and associated marine services.
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Ensure all operations comply with applicable Irish, UK, EU, and international maritime legislation, industry standards and specific client requirements.
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Develop and implement operational procedures, policies, and performance standards.
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Manage and coordinate crew requirements, maintenance activities, and operational resources.
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Advise / assist vessels with operational, crew and cargo queries.
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Work closely with vessel crews, port authorities, contractors, customers, and other key stakeholders.
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Monitor operational performance, costs, productivity, and service levels, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
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Ensure robust health, safety, environmental, and quality standards are maintained across all marine activities.
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Lead incident, near-miss, and operational investigations and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
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Support / assist with vessel inspections, audits, surveys, and regulatory inspections.
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Manage and develop operational personnel, promoting a strong safety culture and professional working environment.
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Partner closely with the Technical Manager to ensure vessels remain operationally ready.
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Ensure all International, National and Client requirements are complied with in relation to crew levels, qualifications and visas, etc.
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Assist with budgeting, forecasting, procurement, and cost control relating to marine operations.
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Maintain effective emergency response and contingency plans.
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Provide regular operational reports and performance updates to senior management.
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Contribute to strategic planning and the continued development of the company's marine operations.
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Assist with Ad-hoc projects as requested by Senior Management.