Sr. Manager - Marine and Heavy Lift Operations

Express Global Logistics (EXG); Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Global Logistics (EXG) is seeking an experienced Master Mariner to lead marine execution for heavy-lift and project cargo operations across India and international locations. The role demands hands-on leadership at project sites and ports.

You will oversee RO-RO, LO-RO, LO-LO, barges, vessel stability, cargo securing and risk management, while coordinating with vessel owners, Masters, ports, and clients to ensure safe, timely delivery. Travel to project sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Master Mariner or equivalent maritime qualification with valid certifications.
• 10+ years experience in project cargo, heavy lift or specialised marine operations.
• Hands-on experience with RO-RO, barges, heavy-lift vessels and stability knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead marine execution of heavy-lift, project cargo, RO-RO, LO-RO, LO-LO and barge operations.
• Oversee loading, discharge, stowage, lashing and sea-fastening.
• Assess vessel suitability, stability, marine feasibility and operational risks.
• Lead port, jetty and marine site assessments.
• Prepare and review method statements, marine operation plans and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with vessel owners, Masters, ports, terminals, contractors, surveyors and clients.
• Provide technical inputs for project bids and solution development.
• Take hands-on responsibility for safe, timely and efficient project execution.
• Travel to project sites, ports and other locations as required.

Skills

Master Mariner

Captain

Project cargo

Heavy lift

Marine risk management

Vessel stability

Leadership

Stakeholder management

On-site supervision

Operational planning

Education

Master Mariner certificate

Job description

Role

We are looking for an experienced Master Mariner / Captain to lead marine execution for complex heavy-lift and project cargo operations across India and international locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead marine execution of heavy-lift, project cargo, RO-RO, LO-RO, LO-LO and barge operations .
• Oversee cargo loading, discharge, stowage, lashing and sea-fastening.
• Assess vessel suitability, stability, marine feasibility and operational risks .
• Lead port, jetty and marine site assessments.
• Prepare/review method statements, marine operation plans and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with vessel owners, Masters, ports, terminals, contractors, surveyors and clients.
• Provide technical and marine inputs for project bids and solution development .
• Take hands-on responsibility for safe, timely and efficient project execution.
• Travel to project sites, ports and other locations as required.

Requirements

• Master Mariner / Master (FG) or equivalent maritime qualification with valid certifications.
• Strong sailing and command experience as Master/Captain .
• 10+ years of experience, preferably in project cargo, heavy lift or specialised marine operations .
• Hands-on experience with heavy/ODC cargo, barges, RO-RO and specialised vessels.
• Strong knowledge of vessel stability, cargo securing, lashing, sea-fastening and marine risk management.
• Excellent leadership, decision-making and stakeholder management skills.
• Willingness to be hands-on at project sites and ports .

Preferred

Experience with heavy-lift vessels, self-propelled/conventional barges, Ro-Ro vessels, jack-up operations or specialised marine transportation will be an advantage.

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