Sr. Manager - Marine and Heavy Lift Operations

Express Global Logistics; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Global Logistics in Mumbai seeks a Senior Manager - Marine & Heavy Lift Operations to lead marine execution for heavy-lift and complex project cargo across India and international locations. The role requires Master Mariner qualifications and 10+ years in project cargo, heavy lift or specialised marine operations, with hands-on leadership at ports and project sites.

You will evaluate vessel suitability, coordinate with vessel owners and clients, and drive safe, timely execution while

Qualifications

• Master Mariner / Master (FG) with valid certifications.
• Strong sailing and command experience as Master/Captain.
• 10+ years in project cargo, heavy lift or specialised marine operations.
• Hands-on with heavy/ODC cargo, barges, RO-RO and specialised vessels.
• Knowledge of vessel stability, cargo securing, lashing, sea-fastening and marine risk management.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project cargo

Heavy lift operations

Maritime operations

Safety & risk management

Education

Master Mariner / Master (FG)

Job description

Sr. Manager - Marine and Heavy Lift Operations

10+ Years

Full-Time

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.