Chief Fleet Operations & Maritime Heritage Lead

Council of Australasian Museum Directors; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Council of Australasian Museum Directors in Sydney seeks a seasoned Head of Fleet Operations to lead the Museum's maritime fleet. You will oversee vessels, people and systems to ensure readiness, safety and heritage stewardship while delivering compelling visitor experiences.

In this senior role, you will translate strategy into practical delivery, uphold regulatory compliance, manage asset integrity and budget considerations, and build trusted relationships with regulators and partners.

Qualifications

• Executive-level leadership in complex maritime operations.
• Translate strategy into delivery and drive performance.
• Deep expertise in fleet operations, heritage assets and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead people, vessels and systems to enable maritime experiences.
• Ensure vessels are seaworthy, compliant and ready to support visitor experiences.
• Translate strategy into practical delivery and drive performance.
• Advise senior leadership and build relationships with regulators and partners.
• Balance activation with regulatory obligations and asset integrity.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic execution

Fleet operations

Regulatory compliance

Financial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Council of Australasian Museum Directors in Sydney seeks a seasoned Head of Fleet Operations to lead the Museum's maritime fleet. You will oversee vessels, people and systems to ensure readiness, safety and heritage stewardship while delivering compelling visitor experiences.

In this senior role, you will translate strategy into practical delivery, uphold regulatory compliance, manage asset integrity and budget considerations, and build trusted relationships with regulators and partners.