General Manager, Fleet Operations

Meridia Recruitment; San Juan de Terranova; Vor Ort; CAD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Comprehensive benefits package

Zusammenfassung

Ocean Choice International in St. John’s, NL, is seeking a seasoned General Manager, Fleet Operations to lead the offshore fleet and its operations.

The role requires strategic oversight of vessel operations, engineering, safety, crewing and fleet administration to ensure safe, efficient performance. Reporting to the CEO, you will build a high-performing Fleet leadership team, develop long-term plans, manage budgets and capital projects, and drive continuous improvement across the fleet while

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in marine or offshore operations.
• Proven track record in improving operational performance.
• Experience with operating and capital budgets and major projects.
• Knowledge of marine safety and Safety Management Systems (SMS).

Aufgaben

• Lead Fleet leadership team and set priorities across the fleet division.
• Develop annual and long-term Fleet plans aligned to corporate objectives and requirements.
• Evaluate Fleet performance, financial results and KPIs with Fleet leaders.
• Oversee vessel maintenance, dry-docking, upgrades and capital planning.
• Establish reporting and processes for informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Promote safety culture, accountability and high performance across the Fleet.
• Support workforce planning, recruitment and leadership development with Fleet leaders.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Financial acumen

Safety management

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

General Manager, Fleet Operations

Ocean Choice International
St. John’s, NL
Reference # NH – OCI - 10236

The Opportunity

Ocean Choice International (Ocean Choice) is one of Atlantic Canada’s most diversified seafood companies, sustainably producing and marketing a full range of shellfish, groundfish and pelagic species. Their success is driven by people and the strong connection to the communities where we live and work.

Ocean Choice is seeking an experienced and dynamic General Manager, Fleet Operations to provide overall leadership for the offshore fleet of fishing vessels and the team responsible for its operations. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for the overall performance, planning and coordination of a complex fleet operation, including vessel operations, technical and engineering functions, marine safety, regulatory compliance, crewing and fleet administration.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and President, the General Manager will lead and coordinate an experienced Fleet leadership team, bringing together multiple areas of expertise to ensure the fleet operates safely, efficiently and effectively. The successful candidate will have strong financial and business acumen, strategic planning and organizational skills, and a demonstrated ability to lead experienced managers, balance competing demands and drive accountability.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and coordinate the Fleet leadership team, establishing priorities, objectives and performance expectations across the fleet division.
• Develop annual and longer-term Fleet plans that align resources, capabilities and priorities with corporate objectives, operational and fishing requirements and business needs.
• Evaluate overall Fleet performance, financial results and key performance indicators, working with Fleet leaders to address challenges and opportunities.
• Facilitate cross-functional planning and decision-making across operational, technical, engineering, safety and crewing functions.
• Oversee Fleet operating and capital planning, including major vessel investments, maintenance programs, dry-docking, refits and upgrades.
• Establish effective systems, processes and reporting to support informed decision-making, performance management and continuous improvement.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, collaboration, accountability and performance across the Fleet.
• Support workforce planning, recruitment, retention and leadership development in partnership with Fleet leaders and corporate functions.
• Build strong relationships across the organization and ensure Fleet priorities are effectively integrated into broader company planning.
• Provide regular updates to the Chief Executive Officer and President on Fleet performance, priorities, significant issues, risks and opportunities.

What You Bring:

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in the marine, offshore fishing, maritime operations or related industry, including senior management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead with a track record of improving operational performance and delivering business results.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing operating and capital budgets, cost control and major capital projects.
• Knowledge of marine safety, regulatory requirements and Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• Strong communication, organizational and relationship-building skills, with the ability to lead and coordinate experienced teams and work effectively with senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate operational performance, risks, opportunities and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Experience in commercial or offshore fishing operations, vessel refits, dry-docking and major maintenance projects would be considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Maritime Studies or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in commercial or offshore fishing operations is preferred.

Additional Details:

• Ocean Choice offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, along with an excellent comprehensive benefits package.