Operations Manager

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a qualified individual to manage mechanical and hydraulic production for marine applications. The role includes overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing specialized teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical or marine engineering and extensive experience in the offshore sector. Candidates with strong project management skills and practical knowledge of marine equipment will excel in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical and hydraulic production in maritime sectors.
• Track record of managing production and fabrication projects successfully.
• Strong practical understanding of marine equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of mechanical and hydraulic production.
• Plan and implement fabrication and manufacturing projects.
• Collaborate with engineering and procurement teams.
• Ensure safety compliance and manage specialized workforce.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Safety regulations understanding

Project management

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Marine Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct the day-to-day operations of mechanical and hydraulic production for marine applications.
• Oversee the mechanical and hydraulic systems' construction, assembly, testing, installation, and commissioning.
• Verify adherence to safety rules, class requirements, and marine industry standards.
• Serve as the technical expert for mechanical and hydraulic processes, resolving challenging operational problems.
• From the beginning to the end, plan, carry out, and implement fabrication and manufacturing projects.
• Create project budgets, timetables, labor plans, and material requirements.
• To guarantee smooth execution, collaborate with the engineering, procurement, QA/QC, and site teams.
• Keep an eye on the project's development, control hazards, and take necessary remedial action.
• Make sure all paperwork, reporting, and handover are done correctly after the project is over.
• Oversee specialized workers such as welders, mechanical fitters, hydraulic technicians, supervisors, and subcontractors.
• Effectively distribute qualified personnel among several projects and work areas.
• Assess the performance, competency, and training requirements of the workforce.
• Keep up a solid track record of managing technical, highly skilled teams in challenging settings.
• Make ensuring that all operations follow marine safety regulations and HSE procedures.
• Collaborate closely with QA/QC teams to guarantee that production and fabrication fulfill customer expectations and standards.
• Oversee safety audits, briefings, and initiatives for corrective action.
• Communicate with project stakeholders, shipyards, clients, and classification societies.
• Give clients and top management operational and technical updates.
• Provide technical assistance to commercial teams for project planning and proposals.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering, marine engineering, or a similar technological field degree or certification.
• At least eight to twelve years of expertise in mechanical and hydraulic production in the offshore or maritime sector.
• Strong practical understanding of marine equipment, mechanical construction, and hydraulic systems.
• Track record of successfully managing production and fabrication projects.
• Experience working in maritime fabrication settings, shipyards, or offshore facilities.
• Strong knowledge of safety rules, codes, and marine standards.