Operations Project Manager

Jifmar Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jifmar Group in Dubai seeks an Operations Project Manager to oversee vessel operations, coordinate crews, and drive project success on and off board.

You will work closely with clients, technical teams, port agents, and other departments to keep operations running smoothly and to deliver results that meet contracts and budgets.

Qualifications

• Degree in Maritime Operations, Shipping & Transport or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in English and comfortable working across cultures.
• Willingness to travel to vessels and operate in UAE region.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of day-to-day vessel operations and ensure alignment with contract timelines.
• Manage real-time project costs and monitor financial performance with the commercial team.
• Serve as the primary client contact, maintain relationships, and adapt to changing needs.
• Support crews onboard and ensure reporting, maintenance and housekeeping stay on track.
• Maintain accurate project data in ERP systems and monitor overdue payments.
• Collaborate daily with commercial, technical, crewing, and QHSSE teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Commercial acumen

Team coordination

Education

Maritime Operations degree

Job description

Job Description

Jifmar is a worldwide maritime operator. As a core business we charter workboats for our clients. But Jifmar is much more than just a charterer, we provide our clients a real support to the creation of their maritime project. Since its creation in 2005, Jifmar has been able to differentiate itself by offering its customers a tailor‑made service and pushing back the boundaries of what is available in the maritime industry based on innovation. For Jifmar, innovation is a driver.

Why join us

A strategic position within a fast-growing company

An international dimension with large-scale projects

The opportunity to work on varied and stimulating assignments

A caring and collaborative working environment.

What’s the Role About

As our Operations Project Manager, you're the go-to person for everything happening on and around your assigned vessels. You’ll make sure things run smoothly, from crew coordination and safety to cost control and contract execution. You're the glue between the ship and shore, and you thrive on seeing your projects in action (yes, that means joining the crew onboard sometimes too!). You’ll be in constant contact with clients, crew, technical teams, port agents, and more - basically, keeping everyone on the same page and the operation running like clockwork. It’s a dynamic mix of project management, communication, and hands‑on problem solving.

This is more than just operations, it’s your chance to own your projects, drive improvements, and help shape how we do business across departments.

Your Key Missions

• Take full ownership of day-to-day operations for your vessels. You’ll be the one ensuring everything lines up with the client’s contract - from timelines to technical details.
• Be budget‑savvy - manage project costs in real‑time and keep an eye on financial performance alongside the commercial team.
• Act as the first point of contact for clients. You’ll keep relationships strong and adapt quickly when client needs shift.
• Stay close to your crew - support them with whatever they need to make the project a success.
• Ensure crews keep up with reporting, maintenance, and onboard housekeeping. Your leadership helps them stay sharp.
• Keep our systems updated with accurate project data (ERP tools, we’ll get you up to speed).
• Keep an eye on any overdue payments - diplomatically, of course.
• Collaborate across departments daily - commercial, technical, crewing, QHSSE, and more

More Informations

Location: Dubai

Salary: Based on experience

Profile

• A degree in Maritime Operations, Shipping & Transport, or equivalent experience (been at sea? Even better!).
• Familiarity with maritime procedures (think contracts, QHSSE, etc.).You’re fluent in English and comfortable working across cultures.
• You’re flexible - ships don’t run 9 to 5, and visiting vessels is part of the adventure.
• Experience working in the Middle East and knowledgeable about local maritime operations (eg. ADNOC, ARAMCO, QE, etc.).

Your Skills

• A natural leader who can bring people together and get things done.
• Strong communicator - whether it’s a report, a crew chat, or a client meeting.
• Problem‑solver with a hands‑on mindset. You don’t just point out issues, you fix them.
• You think commercially and care about the bigger picture (like long‑term client success).
• Collaborative spirit - comfortable in multicultural, fast‑paced environments.

Requirements