Operations Manager

Select Appointments; Lowestoft; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de services maritimes bien établie cherche un Operations Manager pour superviser ses opérations de navires de transfert d'équipage. Le candidat idéal aura une solide expérience en gestion opérationnelle dans le secteur maritime, idéalement dans les services offshore. Ce rôle hybride offre un bon équilibre entre travail à domicile et déplacements, avec des opportunités de progression de carrière.

Benefits

Voiture de société pour les voyages d'affaires

Hybride — 2 jours de télétravail par semaine

25 jours de congés annuels + 8 jours fériés

Contribution de 5% à la pension employeur

Opportunités de progression de carrière

Qualifications

• Expérience solide en gestion opérationnelle dans les services maritimes.
• Connaissance approfondie des réglementations maritimes et des protocoles de sécurité.
• Approche axée sur le client et compétences en communication.

Responsibilities

• Gérer les opérations quotidiennes des services CTV, y compris la planification des navires.
• Assurer le respect des normes de sécurité et des réglementations.
• Développer et gérer les budgets opérationnels et les indicateurs de performance.

Skills

Gestion opérationnelle

Leadership

Gestion budgétaire

Connaissance des réglementations maritimes

Orientation client

Job description

Operations Manager – Marine Crew Transfer (CTV)
Lowestoft | £45,000 + Benefits | Mon–Fri | Hybrid | Marine Background Essential

Our client, An established marine services provider to the offshore wind industry is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee their Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) operations across multiple UK sites. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proven operational leader — or an experienced CTV Master ready to take a step ashore — to join a growing, progressive business in a key leadership role.

The Role:
Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you’ll be responsible for managing daily marine operations, ensuring high operational standards, safety, regulatory compliance, and strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of CTV services, including vessel scheduling, crew transfers, and resource allocation
• Lead operational, crewing, and technical teams, ensuring efficient and safe service delivery
• Ensure full compliance with ISM, IMO, and offshore safety standards
• Develop and manage operational budgets, performance metrics, and reporting
• Coordinate vessel maintenance planning and operational logistics with engineering and onshore teams
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Regularly travel to operational sites (Lowestoft, Cumbria, Wales) with overnight stays (expenses covered)
• Support strategic planning, operational improvements, and business growth initiatives

Candidate Profile:

• Strong operational management experience within marine services (preferably offshore wind / CTV operations)
• Alternatively, a highly experienced CTV Master seeking a shore-based operational management position
• In-depth knowledge of maritime regulations, safety protocols, and operational best practice
• Excellent leadership, decision-making, and team management skills
• Commercially aware with budget management and operational cost control experience
• Confident communicator with a professional, client-focused approach
• Comfortable with regular UK travel and occasional overnight stays

The Offer:

• Starting salary: £45,000 (with 6-month salary review)
• Company car for business travel
• TOIL scheme for on-call and travel
• Hybrid working — 2 days WFH per week
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a supportive business

If this sounds like the right career move for you, please APPLY NOW or contact Helen Pitcher to discuss further.