Manager, Marine Operations

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, Abu Dhabi, seeks a seasoned Marine Operations leader to oversee daily marine operations, fleet activities and 24/7 service delivery in line with ISM and ISO standards. You will drive safety, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across PPO management and asset lifecycle.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Marine Superintendents and stations, visiting vessels and sites, and ensuring risk controls, performance reporting and client satisfaction

Qualifications

• Master Mariner Certificate of Competency or equivalent marine qualification is required.
• At least 15 years in Marine/Offshore with leadership in operations, fleet management or shore-based marine management.
• Experience with audits, inspections, and client service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily marine operations and fleet activities for 24/7 service delivery.
• Monitor fleet availability, utilization, readiness and service continuity; take corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Marine Superintendents, vessel teams and stations to resolve issues and improve reliability, safety and customer service.
• Undertake vessel/site visits and ensure timely follow-up of actions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Decision-making

Analytical

Reporting

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Power BI

English proficiency

Education

Master Mariner Certificate of Competency

STCW 95 II/2 Unlimited

Marine Engineering qualification (equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Company

We are a global energy maritime logistics leader with a world-class asset base. We are the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, providing mission critical and highly specialized services across ADNOC’s entire value chain. We also provide market‑leading, cost‑competitive maritime and logistics solutions to over 100 global customers and ship to more than 50 countries across the world. As a global energy maritime logistics leader and the dedicated and vital logistics arm for ADNOC Group, we are driven to set the highest standards in shipping and maritime operations, pushing boundaries and pioneering new frontiers in sustainability. We are committed to delivering world‑class solutions that are innovative and efficient, while always putting safety first.

Job Purpose

Lead the safe, reliable and cost-effective execution of Petroleum Ports operations, ensuring fleet readiness, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, stakeholder satisfaction and alignment with ADNOC L&S strategic objectives. Drive continuous improvement, digital transformation, operational efficiency and sustainable business growth across Marine Services.

Coordinate and apply best practices in PPO management and provide daily direction for management of the Stations and fleet. Ensure vessel management complies with local and international regulations, OPCO and port requirements, client expectations, and company standards, including the Company Integrated Management System, ISM Code and ISO requirements.

Job Specific Accountabilities

Marine Operations

• Oversee daily management of marine operations and fleet activities supporting 24/7 service requirements, ensuring safe, reliable, compliant and cost-effective service delivery.
• Monitor fleet availability, utilization, operational readiness and service continuity, and take corrective action to resolve bottlenecks affecting business results or client commitments.
• Coordinate with Marine Superintendents, vessel teams, stations and support departments to resolve operational matters and improve reliability, safety and customer service.
• Undertake vessel, station and site visits as required by VP Petroleum Ports Operations and ensure timely follow-up of operational observations and improvement actions.

HSE, Compliance, Assurance & Risk Management

• Implement and monitor controls and standards to ensure marine operations comply with approved policies, procedures, government regulations, port rules and shipping protocols.
• Promote safety and environmental compliance by ensuring relevant HSE policies, procedures, systems and controls are communicated, implemented and enforced.
• Ensure vessel operations and fleet management activities align with the Company Integrated Management System, ISO requirements, STCW, IMO and applicable marine standards.
• Identify, assess and mitigate operational, technical, regulatory and business risks, and monitor risk mitigation action plans to support business continuity and emergency preparedness.
• Support investigations of accidents, incidents, near misses and non-conformities, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions with HSE and concerned stakeholders.

Fleet Development, New Builds & Asset Management

• Support planning and execution of vessel new build, replacement, upgrade and fleet expansion initiatives in line with Marine Services operational requirements.
• Participate in vessel specification reviews, technical evaluations, shipyard coordination, inspection activities, commissioning support and vessel acceptance processes as required.
• Monitor vessel lifecycle, asset condition and modernization requirements to support safe, efficient and sustainable fleet performance.
• Contribute to business cases for vessel acquisitions, major upgrades, capital projects and fleet optimization initiatives.

Minimum Requirement

• Master Mariner Certificate of Competency, STCW 95 II/2 Unlimited, or equivalent recognized marine qualification. Marine Engineering equivalent may be considered where aligned with business requirements.
• At least 15 years of experience within the Marine and Offshore Industry, including significant experience in marine operations, fleet management, vessel assurance or shore-based marine management.
• Strong knowledge of marine international rules and standards, including STCW, ISO, IMO, Flag State, Port State and applicable port / clientrequirements.
• Experience in audits, inspections, incident follow-up, contractor performance, operational reporting, budget inputs and client service delivery.
• Knowledge of vessel lifecycle management, new build / upgrade support, technical evaluation and fleet development activities is preferred.
• Ability to manage 24/7 operations, coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, resolve operational bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, decision-making, analytical, reporting and stakeholder management skills.
• Working knowledge of SAP, Ariba, Power BI and Microsoft Office applications is preferred.
• Proficient in English and able to prepare clear operational reports, business cases, audit updates and management presentations.

Professional Certifications

• ISM / ISO Internal Auditor certification is preferable.
• ISO 9001, ISO 4501, risk management, project management, HSE or marine assurance certification is an advantage.