Senior Operations Manager

S A S INTERNATIONAL MARINE SERVICES L.L.C; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

S A S INTERNATIONAL MARINE SERVICES L.L.C is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead cargo lashing, sea-fastening, and related marine services projects. The role involves site assessments, planning manpower and materials, supervising execution, and ensuring adherence to approved method statements, safety standards, and project schedules.

The ideal candidate will have extensive operations experience in marine services, shipping, ports, Oil & Gas, or heavy industry, with proven leadership,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive operations management experience in industrial/marine environments.
• Strong leadership and ability to motivate and manage diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead cargo lashing, sea-fastening, industrial packaging, and cargo-securing projects.
• Perform site assessments and plan manpower and material requirements.
• Supervise execution and ensure compliance with method statements, safety requirements, and project schedules.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Client coordination

Safety focus

Documentation

Subcontractor management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Operations Management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• A reputed marine services company is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead cargo lashing, sea-fastening, industrial packaging, VCI preservation, and cargo-securing projects. The role includes conducting site assessments, planning manpower and materials, supervising execution, coordinating with clients and internal teams, and ensuring compliance with approved method statements, safety requirements, specifications, and project schedules. Candidates should have strong operational experience within marine services, shipping, ports, Oil & Gas, heavy industry, or project cargo. Proven leadership, technical problem-solving, cost control, subcontractor management, documentation, and client-coordination skills are essential. The successful candidate must be hands-on, safety-focused, and capable of managing multiple projects independently.

• Orchestrate and optimize end-to-end operational workflows, ensuring seamless execution across departments and achieving peak efficiency.

• Lead and mentor a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.

• Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with company objectives, driving profitability and market competitiveness.

• Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks, safeguarding business continuity and minimizing potential disruptions.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in operations management, demonstrating a proven track record of success.
• Experience in the [Industry Name] industry is highly preferred, with a deep understanding of its operational nuances.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.