Job Summary:
The Shipbuilding & Repair Operations Manager oversees and manages daily activities related to the construction, repair, and conversion of ships, tankers, and offshore marine structures. The role ensures that operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with international marine standards and classification requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage shipbuilding, repair, and conversion projects from planning to completion.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, welding, mechanical, piping, electrical, and marine safety departments.
- Review project specifications, drawings, technical requirements, and client expectations.
- Supervise dry-docking operations, hull repairs, tank cleaning, blasting and painting works, and structural modifications.
- Ensure adherence to IMO, SOLAS, ABS, Lloyd’s Register, Bureau Veritas, and other marine classification standards.
- Monitor project schedules, manpower allocation, budgets, materials, and resource utilization.
- Conduct inspection and quality control checks during each phase of ship construction and repair.
- Implement safety measures and ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations.
- Participate in client meetings, progress reviews, and documentation reporting.
- Resolve operational issues and provide technical guidance to supervisors and workforce.
- Ensure successful handover of completed vessels with full compliance and certification.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field.
- Minimum 5–10 years experience in shipbuilding, ship repair, or offshore marine industry.
- Strong project management and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of docking and undocking operations, marine systems, and construction methods.
- Familiar with international maritime safety and environmental regulations.
- Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-risk environment.
Core Competencies:
- Marine engineering knowledge
- Project planning & cost control
- Quality assurance and compliance
- Team leadership and training
- Risk assessment & safety management
- Technical problem solving