Marine Coordinator

TRX; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TRX is seeking an experienced Marine Coordinator to oversee and coordinate marine operations for a floating offshore wind project. This role will serve as the key coordination point between vessel operators, ports, fabrication yards, contractors and the project team.

You will develop schedules covering mobilisation, towing, load-outs and port calls; plan movements around weather windows; coordinate tugs, barges and support vessels; manage documentation, vetting and safety controls; and lead

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in marine operations or offshore construction.
• Experience with floating offshore wind projects or towing large offshore structures.
• Experience coordinating vessel movements, towing operations, load-outs and port activities.
• Fluency in English; Norwegian language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain marine operations schedules covering vessel mobilisation, towing operations, load-outs and port calls.
• Plan marine movements around weather windows, tidal conditions, navigational constraints and port restrictions.
• Prepare marine procedures, method statements and operational plans with marine warranty surveyors.
• Coordinate tugs, barges, heavy-lift vessels and support vessels with vessel masters and operators.
• Manage berth allocation, quayside access and marine logistics with ports and fabrication yards.
• Verify vessel documentation, certificates, fitness requirements and charter compliance.
• Lead marine safety controls, SIMOPS, permit-to-work and incident investigations to closure.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Planning

Communication

Problem solving

Reporting

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Marine Coordinator to oversee and coordinate marine operations for a floating offshore wind project. This role will serve as the key coordination point between vessel operators, ports, fabrication yards, contractors and the project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain marine operations schedules covering vessel mobilisation, towing operations, load-outs and port calls.
• Plan marine movements around weather windows, tidal conditions, navigational constraints and port or fjord restrictions.
• Prepare marine procedures, method statements and operational plans in collaboration with marine warranty surveyors and contractors.
• Coordinate tugs, barges, heavy-lift vessels and support vessels with vessel masters and operators.
• Manage berth allocation, quayside access and marine logistics in coordination with ports and fabrication yards.
• Verify vessel documentation, certificates, fitness requirements and charter compliance.
• Ensure vessel suitability in accordance with applicable vetting standards, classification requirements and project specifications.
• Implement and monitor SIMOPS, permit-to-work procedures and marine safety controls during operations.
• Lead marine incident reporting and investigations, ensuring corrective actions are tracked through to closure.
• Maintain accurate, complete and audit-ready marine documentation and operational records.
• Ensure marine activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project schedules and environmental requirements.

Requirements

• 9+ years of experience in marine operations, marine coordination or offshore construction.
• Experience with floating offshore wind projects or towing large offshore structures is highly advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of marine warranty requirements, vessel vetting, classification standards and heavy marine operations.
• Experience coordinating vessel movements, towing operations, load-outs and port activities.
• Understanding of marine risk management, weather-window planning, offshore safety procedures and environmental compliance.
• Valid offshore safety certification and offshore medical certificate.
• Proven leadership and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple contractors in a schedule-critical environment.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, reporting and communication skills.
• Experience working in Norway or the wider North Sea region is advantageous.
• Professional fluency in English required.
• Norwegian language skills are an advantage.