Marine Operations Manager (DPA)

Flagship Management LLC; Cork; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flagship Management LLC is seeking an experienced Marine Operations Manager to lead safe, efficient and compliant delivery of marine operations in Ireland. This senior role oversees vessel operations, crews, logistics and regulatory compliance, while delivering high standards of service and performance.

You will manage budgets, coordinate port activities, investigations into incidents, and work with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Significant shore-based experience in marine operations and vessel operations.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Solid knowledge of marine safety, procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Experience coordinating crews, ports, contractors and authorities.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets and costs.
• Willingness to travel, including international travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day marine and vessel operations.
• Coordinate crews, port activities, logistics, maintenance and resources.
• Ensure compliance with Irish, UK, EU and international maritime regulations.
• Maintain high standards across health, safety, environment and quality.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, procurement and cost control.
• Provide operational reporting to senior management and contribute to strategic planning.

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Marine Operations Manager to lead the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of marine operations. This is a senior role with responsibility for vessel operations, crews, logistics, regulatory compliance, operational performance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day marine and vessel operations.
• Coordinate crews, port activities, logistics, maintenance and operational resources.
• Ensure compliance with Irish, UK, EU and international maritime regulations, as well as client requirements.
• Maintain high standards across health, safety, environment and quality.
• Work closely with vessel crews, port authorities, contractors, customers and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor operational performance, costs and service delivery, driving continuous improvement.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations and corrective actions.
• Support vessel inspections, audits, surveys and regulatory inspections.
• Manage and develop operational personnel and promote a strong safety culture.
• Partner with the Technical Manager to maintain vessel readiness.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, procurement and cost control.
• Maintain emergency response and contingency plans.
• Provide operational reporting to senior management and contribute to strategic planning.

About You

Our client is looking for a confident, commercially aware marine professional who combines strong leadership with a practical, hands-on approach.

You will ideally have:

• Significant shore-based experience in marine operations, vessel operations, fleet management or a similar senior maritime role.
• A relevant maritime qualification or professional certification.
• Strong knowledge of marine safety, operational procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working with vessel crews, ports, contractors and regulatory authorities.
• Proven leadership and people-management skills.
• Strong commercial, organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• A commitment to safety, environmental protection and operational excellence.
• A full driving licence and flexibility to travel, including internationally and at short notice.

Desirable Experience

Experience in some of the following would be advantageous:

• Senior seagoing roles
• ISM, ISPS and MLC compliance
• DPA / CSO qualifications
• ISO 9001 / 14001 and auditing
• SOLAS and MARPOL
• Fleet or vessel management
• Offshore marine operations
• Marine logistics and procurement
• Crew qualification legislation
• Emergency response and incident management
• Marine safety management systems

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Senior-level operational responsibility
• Opportunity to join a growing Irish maritime organisation
• Professional development and career progression
• Collaborative and supportive working environment