13 Aug 2026
Closing date TBCABOUT THE ROLE:
Based at our Jebel Ali Operations facility, and reporting to the General Manager UAE Ports Business Unit, the Marine Manager is responsible for the day to day & long-term operational and technical management of the Maritime Solutions Tugs, Pilot boats, and Mooring departments in the UAE region. He monitors and reports, as required, any issues or key initiatives to improve & ensure business development.
- The Marine Manager will establish & maintain business relationships with all clients and employees within a diverse working environment to effectively accomplish a common organisation goal. This responsibility is specifically to deliver cost-effective, timely, and high-quality service to meet the contractual requirements of the Company.
- The Marine Manger is responsible for the technical performance of all vessels under Maritime Solutions management, management of vessel dockings, builds, modifications, and the development of technical project solutions.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Operational Management:
To ensure fleet vessels are fit for purpose and fully operational to meet contractual obligations and customer requirements.
To manage the Mooring (shore and seagoing), Pilot Boats, and Tugs Department to ensure contractual obligations and customer requirements are met.
Developing vessel programs to ensure the use of individual assets are optimized to gain efficiencies in crewing and top-side maintenance.
To ensure staff are appropriately trained and qualified for the vessel areas they will be required to operate in.
To monitor and maintain survey and certification requirements to meet regulations and insurance requirements.
To maintain and develop company operational procedures.
To manage Incident reports.
To liaison with clients regarding operational matters.
To assist in projects as required including build and modification programs, dry dockings, new installations, conversions, etc.
Manage Technical to ensure highest possible uptime for the assets at the same time ensuring up to date maintenance with the highest quality standard.
Work with the Technical team to ensure effective, economical and high standard docking of the assets from time to time.
Work with the Technical team to develop budgets for every year and ensure effective cost expenditure in line with the approved budget
Manage technical team’s input on new projects, tenders, contract renewals for projects, and presentation for final sign-off on technical costs for such projects
Technical Solution Development :
To develop and recommend technical solution strategies in consultation with General Manager - UAE Ports.
To identify and assess vessels (existing vessels or new designs) for suitability to customer/ DPWM requirements.
To develop specifications for shipyard appraisal and quote for vessel builds, modifications, and dockings.
To identify and recommend shipyard options for execution of technical solution.
To develop and manage relationships with potential subcontractors and suppliers.
To prepare documentation and conduct briefings to achieve any necessary internal approvals.
To undertake project risk assessments.
To develop costings for technical project solutions.
Technical Management/ Execution :
To manage and/or prepare final specification package for firm shipyard pricing and time commitment.
To develop comprehensive budgets and plans for project execution and manage project in accordance with approved plans.
To select shipyard to satisfy both P&OML and the customer’s requirements.
To supervise technical solution delivery process (both on-site and remotely) in accordance with approved solution parameters.
To ensure applicable regulatory authority approvals (both class and safety authority) are obtained at relevant times in the implementation process.
To manage project resources to effectively deliver required project outcomes.
To pro-actively communicate with General Manager UAE Ports the work/project status, emergent issues, and drive the project team to provide necessary inputs and adhere to project milestones.
To develop and manage relationship with client including establishment of client reporting framework.
To undertake post-project execution assessment to determine lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
Procurement :
To ensure that all goods requisitioned for fleet vessels are sourced in a timely and cost-effective manner, as much as possible, through approved suppliers.
To investigate process and procedure to obtain group purchasing arrangements across the company.
Financial Management:
To authorize expenses within authority limits.
To monitor & report financial variances against budgets.
To manage costs within budget and continuously implement efficiency improvements.
Leadership and Performance Management:
To develop performance management plan aligned with company goals and identify training and development needs.
To lead and manage personnel to ensure BU goals are achieved and services are provided in an effective and timely manner.
To regularly meet with the personnel to foster sound employer/employee relationships through regular transfer of information.
To regularly monitor and assess performance of personnel to provide constructive feedback and improve job performance.
To promote an environment of co-operation for continual improvement of team performance.
To develop and promote an “All of One Team” ethic within P&O Maritime Logistics staff.
To resolve or refer employee grievances and complaints in line with company grievance and complaint handling procedures, to minimise negative effects on employees and the organisation’s operations.
Resource & Staff Management:
To manage fleet vessels in order that they are manned in accordance with statutory, class, and operational requirements.
To ensure all staff rosters are adhered to.
To manage emerging employee issues (individuals or groups) in consultation with departmental Manager through to resolution.
To resolve industrial relations matters and to build effective relationships between management and staff.
To manage leave liabilities to acceptable levels as determined by Company.
To work with HR & Crewing Management on recruitment of staff in accordance with policies and procedures.
Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment Management:
Take appropriate action to respond to issues identified from Safety Meeting minutes and incident reports and to co-ordinate investigations and/or action required by management.
Ensure fleet vessels are operated to and comply with Company health, safety, environment and quality standards and processes.
Monitor the use and compliance with company Safety Environment and Quality Management System of subordinate staff with health and safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
Ensure all incident reports are addressed and closed out including maintaining the register and coordinating any investigation and/or action required.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements by monitoring the survey status of vessels and maintaining survey records.
Take corrective action to remedy safety hazards or risks and restore a safe working environment.
Others:
To assist other departments as needed.
To always follow company HSSEQ rules and regulations and report any observed anomalies.
To be able to respond to an emergency 24/7.
To provide duty relief for other operation managers as required.
Any other task assigned by the Line Manager in line with the primary objective of the role.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master STCW 2010 Certificate of Competency - Class 1, with deep sea sailing experience of at least 3 years with Technical Experience OR Technical certification as a Engineer with operations experience in Tugs would also be accepted.
Substantial experience in port marine operations in a shore-based management role for at least 10 years.
Substantial experience in the operational management of vessels as fleet manager or other senior position.
Substantial experience 5y+ in technical management of vessels as a fleet manager or similar senior position
Demonstrated experience of vessel acquisition programs.
Demonstrated knowledge of Quality and Safety Management systems, particularly those related to the shipping industry (ISM).
Good verbal and written English communication skills.
Full proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) is essential.
Key Attribute:
- Broad maritime industry experience, with relevant shore based management experience
- Well-developed leadership and management skills
- Financial management skills
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- High level communication and interpersonal skills including report writing
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Able to work under pressure and respond to changing work demands
- Strong customer service orientation
Experienced with a multi-national work force.
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