DIVE MANAGER - COMMERCIAL

MOLA SUBSEA SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Offshore allowances (if applicable)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mola Subsea Services Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a seasoned Operations Manager to lead commercial diving and underwater operations, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable project delivery in line with regulations and client requirements.

You will oversee diving teams, equipment, and manpower, while coordinating with shipowners and authorities to meet deadlines and budgets. The role demands strong leadership, safety focus, and willingness to travel for projects.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or maritime studies preferred.
• Recognised commercial diving qualifications.
• Diving Supervisor certification or equivalent competency preferred.
• Valid commercial diving medical fitness certification, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and supervise commercial diving operations.
• Oversee underwater hull cleaning, propeller polishing and inspections.
• Supervise underwater welding, stern tube seal replacement and other subsea repairs.
• Prepare operation plans, method statements and risk assessments.
• Coordinate divers, supervisors, technicians, boat crews and subcontractors.
• Liaise with shipowners, ship managers, port authorities and agents.
• Prepare quotations, project reports and operational documentation.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and profitability.
• Ensure projects meet deadlines and client expectations.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop client relationships.

Skills

Leadership & people mgmt

Operational planning

Client management

Cost control

Multi-project management

Travel readiness

Education

Marine Eng/Diploma or Degree

Commercial diving qualifications

Diving Supervisor cert (preferred)

Tools

Surface-supplied diving systems

Dive control panels

Life-support equipment

Job description

Company Overview

Mola Subsea Services employs fully certified and experienced dive teams to deliver underwater projects efficiently and professionally. They prioritize industry talent to meet client standards with the highest quality workforce in the region.

1. Job Purpose

Responsible for managing and supervising all commercial diving and underwater operations, ensuring safe, efficient and profitable project execution in compliance with applicable regulations, industry standards and client requirements.

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Diving Operations

• Plan, manage and supervise commercial diving operations.

• Oversee underwater hull cleaning, propeller polishing and inspections.

• Supervise underwater welding, stern tube seal replacement, cofferdam installation and other subsea repairs.

• Prepare operational plans, method statements and risk assessments.

• Coordinate divers, supervisors, technicians, boat crews and subcontractors.

B. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Singapore WSH regulations and relevant commercial diving standards.

• Implement diving safety procedures and emergency response plans.

• Conduct toolbox meetings and pre-dive safety checks.

• Investigate incidents, near misses and safety non-conformities.

• Maintain diving and safety records.

C. Equipment Management

• Oversee servicing, inspection and maintenance of commercial diving equipment.

• Ensure diving helmets, umbilicals, life-support systems, dive control panels and scuba replacement packages are operational.

• Monitor equipment certification and maintenance schedules.

• Ensure readiness of diving boats and supporting equipment.

D. Manpower Management

• Recruit, train and supervise commercial divers and diving personnel.

• Plan manpower deployment and operational schedules.

• Monitor staff performance, competency and training.

• Ensure personnel maintain valid qualifications and medical fitness.

E. Project & Business Management

• Liaise with shipowners, ship managers, port authorities and agents.

• Prepare quotations, project reports and operational documentation.

• Monitor project costs, budgets and profitability.

• Ensure projects meet deadlines and client expectations.

• Identify new business opportunities and develop client relationships.

3. Job Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Maritime Studies or related disciplines preferred.

• Recognised commercial diving qualifications.

• Diving Supervisor certification or equivalent competency preferred.

• Valid commercial diving medical fitness certification, where applicable.

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of commercial diving or subsea operations experience.

• At least 3–5 years in a supervisory or management position.

• Proven experience managing commercial diving teams and underwater projects.

• Experience in ship husbandry, hull cleaning, propeller polishing and underwater inspections.

• Knowledge of underwater repairs and diving equipment maintenance.

Technical Knowledge

• Surface-supplied diving systems and scuba diving operations.

• Diving helmets, umbilicals and life-support equipment.

• Dive control panels and emergency diving procedures.

• Diving risk assessments and safety management.

• Familiarity with IMCA guidelines and international diving standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management.

• Excellent operational planning and problem-solving.

• Ability to manage multiple projects.

• Good communication and client management skills.

• Commercial awareness and cost-control capabilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and travel overseas when required.

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

1. Safe execution of diving operations.

2. Effective safety management and incident prevention.

3. Completion of projects within budget and schedule.

4. Effective manpower utilisation and deployment.

5. Diving equipment reliability and maintenance compliance.

6. Client satisfaction and service quality.

7. Improved operational efficiency and profitability.

8. Development of new business opportunities.

5. Working Conditions

• Based primarily in Singapore.

• Required to attend vessel operations, ports and shipyards.

• Overseas travel for project assignments when necessary.

• Availability for urgent operational requirements.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong commercial diving expertise, operational leadership, safety awareness and the ability to manage both technical and commercial aspects of diving operations.

Other Information

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Offshore allowances (if applicable)
• Career growth opportunities