Director of Tidal Operations & Deployment

Caudal Energy; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Caudal Energy is a UK-based tidal energy startup seeking an experienced Marine Operations Director to own the manufacture, delivery and deployment of generators. You will design the supporting platform, maintenance strategy and lead the delivery team, with budget ownership and board/investor interaction.

Ideal candidates will have a strong marine operations background, experience with tidal environments, and a track record in managing contracts and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in engineering, naval architecture or related field.
• Experience with marine operations and tidal vessels.
• Understanding of maritime regulations, HSE and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage contracts and supplier networks.

Responsibilities

• Deploy generators across prototypes, demonstrators and arrays with marine operators.
• Design and operate the operations & maintenance of generators.
• Develop and run the supply chain for sourcing and assembly.
• Deliver platform design, barge and mooring with consultants.
• Influence engineering for manufacturability and operability.
• Build and lead the delivery team; own risks and safety in operations.
• Participate in senior leadership and investor interactions.

Skills

Marine operations

Tidal vessel experience

Contracts & suppliers

Engineering knowledge

Maritime regulations

Risk & ambiguity management

Education

Engineering degree (relevant)

Job description

Caudal Energy is a UK-based tidal energy startup seeking an experienced Marine Operations Director to own the manufacture, delivery and deployment of generators. You will design the supporting platform, maintenance strategy and lead the delivery team, with budget ownership and board/investor interaction.

Ideal candidates will have a strong marine operations background, experience with tidal environments, and a track record in managing contracts and suppliers.