Operations & Commercial Lead — Marine Engine Workshop

squad marine engineering pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

Annual leave

Development opportunities

Job summary

Squad Marine Engineering Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking an Operations Manager who will blend workshop operations leadership with commercial growth. You will oversee daily scheduling, resource allocation, and quality control while driving sales initiatives to win new ship repair contracts.

The role requires deep technical knowledge of marine propulsion systems and a proven ability to pitch services to ship owners, ship management companies, and port agents.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in a marine workshop or shipyard
• 2–3 years in commercial sales, PM, or BD
• Hands-on knowledge of 2-stroke and 4-stroke marine diesel engines

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workshop and field service activities, ensuring jobs are completed on time and to OEM specs
• Identify and secure new business opportunities with ship owners and managers
• Develop and execute local/regional marketing initiatives for repair capabilities
• Maintain strong client relationships and secure repeat maintenance contracts
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals and tender responses
• Supervise and schedule marine technicians, machinists, and supervisors
• Enforce marine safety standards and workshop compliance
• Oversee quality checks on machining, assembly and sea trials

Job description

Squad Marine Engineering Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking an Operations Manager who will blend workshop operations leadership with commercial growth. You will oversee daily scheduling, resource allocation, and quality control while driving sales initiatives to win new ship repair contracts.

The role requires deep technical knowledge of marine propulsion systems and a proven ability to pitch services to ship owners, ship management companies, and port agents.