Operations DIRECTOR

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

Job summary

8 POINT SERVICES PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead our marine operations, shipyard projects, and business development from Singapore. The role focuses on operational excellence, cost control, safety compliance, and sustainable growth.

You will manage project planning, supervise managers and teams, coordinate manpower, subcontractors, and client relationships while driving productivity and profitability across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management, or related field.
• 5-8 years in marine/offshore/shipyard/industrial operations, preferably with senior management experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and deliver results within budget and schedule.
• Strong understanding of shipyard operations, marine subcontracting, manpower management, and project costing.
• Experience in tendering, contract negotiation, business development, and client relationship management.
• Good knowledge of workplace safety, operational compliance, and Singapore employment requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Commercially minded, proactive, and capable of making strategic operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, planning, execution, and delivery of marine and offshore projects.
• Manage shipyard activities, including ship repair, maintenance, insulation, electrical works, and manpower deployment.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Lead and supervise project managers, site supervisors, administrative personnel, and operational teams.
• Manage manpower planning, recruitment coordination, subcontractors, and workforce allocation.
• Monitor project budgets, operational costs, quotations, tender submissions, and financial performance.
• Develop new business opportunities and maintain strong relationships with shipyards, main contractors, clients, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore's workplace safety requirements, employment regulations, and applicable marine industry standards.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Prepare and present management reports covering project progress, financial performance, manpower utilisation, and business development.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Marine operations

Tendering

Client relationship management

Costing

Workplace safety

Education

Degree in Marine Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Business Management

Job description

Industry: Marine, Offshore & Shipyard Services
Location: Singapore
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, results-driven and strategic Operations Director to lead and oversee our marine operations, shipyard projects, manpower deployment, and business development activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient project execution, operational excellence, cost control, safety compliance, and sustainable business growth.

The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, extensive marine industry experience, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, subcontractors, and business partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, project planning, execution, and delivery of marine and offshore projects.

• Manage shipyard activities, including ship repair, maintenance, insulation, electrical works, and manpower deployment.

• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.

• Lead and supervise project managers, site supervisors, administrative personnel, and operational teams.

• Manage manpower planning, recruitment coordination, subcontractors, and workforce allocation.

• Monitor project budgets, operational costs, quotations, tender submissions, and financial performance.

• Develop new business opportunities and maintain strong relationships with shipyards, main contractors, clients, and suppliers.

• Ensure compliance with Singapore's workplace safety requirements, employment regulations, and applicable marine industry standards.

• Identify operational risks and implement corrective and preventive measures.

• Prepare and present management reports covering project progress, financial performance, manpower utilisation, and business development.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management, or a related discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in marine, offshore, shipyard, or industrial operations, preferably with senior management experience.

• Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and deliver results within budget and schedule.

• Strong understanding of shipyard operations, marine subcontracting, manpower management, and project costing.

• Experience in tendering, contract negotiation, business development, and client relationship management.

• Good knowledge of workplace safety, operational compliance, and Singapore employment requirements.

• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• Commercially minded, proactive, and capable of making strategic operational decisions.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Leadership opportunity in the marine and offshore industry.

• Career development and opportunities to contribute to business expansion.

• A dynamic working environment with opportunities to work on challenging marine projects.