Chief Operating Officer (COO)

As the Strategic Planning and Operations Management leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of drydock and ship repair facilities to ensure efficient and timely service delivery. Your role will involve developing and implementing operational strategies that align with the overall business goals and objectives. You will play a crucial part in driving business growth by identifying new opportunities in ship repair, conversion projects, and drydocking. In terms of leadership and team management, you will lead a multidisciplinary team comprising engineers, project managers, and operations staff. It will be essential to foster a culture of collaboration and high performance while ensuring that all departments, including production, quality control, procurement, and safety, operate cohesively and efficiently. Your mentorship and guidance to senior managers will be vital for achieving operational excellence and professional growth within the team. Project and client management will be a key aspect of your role, involving the management of large-scale ship repair projects to ensure their timely completion within scope and budget. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients will be crucial for ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction and repeat business. You will also oversee contracts and negotiations with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to optimize service and cost efficiency. In terms of budgeting and financial oversight, you will be responsible for developing and managing the operational budget to ensure alignment with the company's financial goals. Monitoring financial performance, including profitability, cost control, and revenue targets for drydock operations, will be essential. Additionally, ensuring proper financial reporting, forecasting, and resource allocation for upcoming projects will be part of your responsibilities. Your role will also involve ensuring compliance with local and international maritime regulations and standards, including safety, environmental, and labor laws. Promoting a culture of safety and leading risk management initiatives to identify potential operational risks and develop mitigation strategies will be crucial. Driving continuous improvement in operational processes and staying updated on technological advancements in ship repair and drydocking to implement new technologies for efficiency and service enhancement will be key responsibilities. Engagement with stakeholders, including collaborating with the CEO and Board of Directors to align operational goals with broader business strategies, will be essential. Acting as a key liaison between the operations team and external stakeholders, representing the company at industry events and conferences, and focusing on sustainability and environmental compliance will also be part of your role. To excel in this role, you should have extensive experience (10+ years) in drydock, ship repair, or maritime operations management, strong leadership skills, comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations and safety standards, and excellent financial acumen. Your ability to manage large-scale operations, drive business growth, ensure compliance, and promote sustainable practices will be instrumental in achieving success in this position. This is a full-time, permanent position with benefits including health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and a performance bonus. The work schedule is during the day shift, and previous experience of at least 1 year is preferred. The work location is in person.,