Global Head of Fleet Services In-Service

Lloyd's Register; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical service provider is seeking a qualified Marine Classification professional to oversee technical risk and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, extensive knowledge of marine classification processes, and excellent communication skills. This role includes decision-making on surveys, leading teams, and mentoring colleagues. Opportunities for professional development are provided and competitive compensation is offered.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or relevant qualifications with sea-going experience.
• Extensive marine classification and certification surveys experience.
• Strong understanding of classification processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Make decisions on survey postponements and class confirmations.
• Lead the team for technical review of global survey reports.
• Maintain technical competence to deliver specialist advice.

Skills

Marine classification knowledge

Communication skills

Project management skills

Technical risk management

Leadership abilities

Education

Degree in engineering or physical science

Job description

What we offer

• Competitive Salary
• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a strong sense of purpose, is values driven and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes.

The role

• Act as a member of the Classification Executive, deputising for the Chair when required, and make decisions on survey postponements, lay-up and reactivation, confirmation of class, and enhanced surveys under the authority of the Classification Committee in line with FSD procedures.
• Manage LR’s technical risk effectively while meeting the expectations of Flag States.
• Oversee the In-Service caseload, ensuring adherence to business processes, defined standards, and performance measures, and implement corrective procedures where necessary.
• Lead the team in operating systems for technical review and audit of global survey reports, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and communicated at the corporate level.
• Manage workflows and reporting systems to ensure timely and accurate implementation of required actions.
• Ensure the In-Service team maintains the technical competence required to deliver specialist advice and support to both internal and external clients.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance within your discipline to support clients and stakeholders.
• Initiate, manage, and monitor projects to develop and improve global marine classification processes, aligned with LR and FSD strategy, enhancing accuracy, consistency, and responsiveness to strengthen LR’s competitive position.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain high levels of technical knowledge and awareness.
• Conduct all activities in compliance with LR procedures, accreditation schemes, legislation, industry standards, and the LR Code of Ethics (IMS01).
• Mentor and coach colleagues to enable effective knowledge transfer and capability development.
• Carry out administrative tasks as required in line with current processes and procedures.

What you bring

• A degree in engineering or physical science from a recognised tertiary institution (minimum two-year programme), or equivalent qualifications from a marine / nautical institution with relevant sea-going experience as a certificated ship’s officer.
• Extensive knowledge of marine classification and statutory certification surveys, with practical experience across a wide variety of ship types, gained as a Principal or Lead Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of marine classification processes, procedures, and standards.
• Proven communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, managers, and external stakeholders.
• Solid knowledge of project management principles, supported by relevant training and experience.
• Professional membership of a recognised institution.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, at a professional level.

About us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification, compliance, and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry, a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design, construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industry’s future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets, while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.