Maritime Operations Manager — Ship & Office Leader

NORTON LILLY INTERNATIONAL INC; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Lilly International Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for the US Ship in Mount Pleasant, SC. This on-site role oversees day-to-day operations, leads a team, and collaborates with management to drive efficiency, safety, and compliance. Strong leadership and maritime experience are essential.

The position emphasizes budgeting input, performance reviews, and a proactive approach to maintaining a productive work environment for coastal operations and vessel turnaround readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in overseeing day-to-day operations and managing a team
• Ability to implement cost-control measures and maintain compliance with policies
• Strong leadership and communication skills across multiple teams

Responsibilities

• Cost control & compliance: manage billing accuracy and cost categories
• Safety: oversee safety KPIs, training compliance, and regulatory requirements
• People & Workplace: recruit, train, retain, and communicate with stakeholders
• Quality of delivery: ensure accurate documentation and timely communication
• Misc: adhere to HSEQ policies and adapt to evolving practices

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Team coordination

Cost control

Safety management

Communication

On-site supervision

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in business or Maritime

Tools

TWIC

Job description

Norton Lilly International Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager for the US Ship in Mount Pleasant, SC. This on-site role oversees day-to-day operations, leads a team, and collaborates with management to drive efficiency, safety, and compliance. Strong leadership and maritime experience are essential.

The position emphasizes budgeting input, performance reviews, and a proactive approach to maintaining a productive work environment for coastal operations and vessel turnaround readiness.