Operations Leader — Community Maritime Programs

Meitheal Mara; Cork; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Meitheal Mara in Cork, Ireland seeks an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day running, ensure safe, professional operations and robust staff and volunteer support. Reporting to the Chair of the Board, the role guides programme delivery and governance in a community maritime organisation with a 25 staff and 350 volunteers annually.

The successful candidate will lead project teams, manage budgets, implement health and safety policies, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect within the

Qualifications

• Significant management experience in community/voluntary sector (minimum five years).
• Ability to lead and motivate teams from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience implementing Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with competing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Commitment to community enterprise, inclusion and respect.
• Experience with boating or maritime culture is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of all programmes and activities with quality and alignment to objectives.
• Ensure efficient and professional operations across all areas.
• Oversee premises, boats, equipment and facilities for safe use.
• Lead and support project team leaders to achieve aims.
• Manage day-to-day staff matters including scheduling and reviews.
• Support staff development and regular supervision.
• Oversee volunteer coordination, recruitment and induction.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication

Staff development

Volunteer coordination

Education

Degree (Level 7)

Job description

Meitheal Mara in Cork, Ireland seeks an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day running, ensure safe, professional operations and robust staff and volunteer support. Reporting to the Chair of the Board, the role guides programme delivery and governance in a community maritime organisation with a 25 staff and 350 volunteers annually.

The successful candidate will lead project teams, manage budgets, implement health and safety policies, and foster a culture of inclusion and respect within the