Lead Marine Salvage & Emergency Response

Client of Faststream Recruitment Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 678,000 - 1,355,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Faststream Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Salvage Master to lead complex marine salvage and emergency response operations. The role involves directing salvage crews, subcontractors, divers and marine assets from mobilisation through completion, with responsibility for safety, environmental protection and high-pressure decision-making on-site.

Ideal candidates will have Master Mariner qualifications or senior seagoing background, extensive salvage experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience in marine salvage or emergency response.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams in challenging environments.
• Strong knowledge of vessel stability, towing, lifting, and dewatering.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Lead marine salvage operations from mobilisation to completion.
• Direct salvage crews, subcontractors, divers and marine assets.
• Oversee risk assessments, lifting plans, and method statements.
• Provide progress reports and recommendations to management.
• Ensure site safety and environmental protection.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Safety management

Team leadership

English proficiency

Project management

Education

Master Mariner qualification

Maritime engineering background

Job description

Client of Faststream Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Salvage Master to lead complex marine salvage and emergency response operations. The role involves directing salvage crews, subcontractors, divers and marine assets from mobilisation through completion, with responsibility for safety, environmental protection and high-pressure decision-making on-site.

Ideal candidates will have Master Mariner qualifications or senior seagoing background, extensive salvage experience, and strong