Head of Maritime Operations — Luxury Global Yacht

The World

Florida

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Job summary

The World, Residences at Sea, seeks a Director of Maritime Operations to lead safety, compliance and capital projects aboard our luxury vessel. You will oversee SMS adherence, budgeting, and vendor negotiations while coordinating with the shipboard team and executive leadership to align with strategy.

Travel and extended hours may be required as you drive energy efficiency, environmental initiatives, and long-range planning for the vessel’s operations and dry-dock programs in a dynamic,

Qualifications

7–10 years in marine/technical cruise industry
Bachelor’s degree in marine profession or equivalent
Strong business/financial acumen and negotiating skills
Experience with contract and vendor negotiation
Ability to lead people and deliver results under pressure

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with SMS, IMO ISM/SOLAS/MARPOL and company regulations
Drive safety culture and continuous improvement in vessel operations
Visit ship for inspections and forecast maintenance needs
Manage budgeting, forecasting and capital project reporting
Develop dry-dock plans and technical specifications with stakeholders
Review SEEMP plans annually and implement changes
Mentor shipboard team and coordinate with executives and vendors

Skills

Maritime operations

Budgeting

Leadership

Contract negotiation

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marine profession or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Travel and extended hours may be required as you drive energy efficiency, environmental initiatives, and long-range planning for the vessel’s operations and dry-dock programs in a dynamic,

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