Tanker Fleet Technical GM - Safety, Efficiency & Compliance

Constellation Navigation and Trading, LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation Navigation and Trading, LLC in Norfolk, VA seeks a General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) to lead the safe, efficient operation of the tanker fleet. You will oversee maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, budgeting, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while coordinating with ship crews and shore teams.

The role reports to the Vice President, Operations and requires extensive travel, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 10–15 years managing marine operation/technical personnel.
• Experience with flag state, port state, and class society requirements.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Experience as a Chief Engineer of a tanker preferred.
• U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Familiarity with maritime maintenance management and NS/MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, compliant technical operation of tanker fleet.
• Supervise vessel Masters and Chief Engineers to ensure missions are safe and efficient.
• Act as technical SME for maintenance, scheduling, parts, and vendor management.
• Oversee dry-docking, UWILD, USCG and class requirements.
• Coordinate with Marine HR for crew promotions and disciplinary actions.
• Manage Stores, Spares, Maintenance & Repair budget.
• Promote shipboard safety and support SMS updates.
• Review vessel safety committee minutes and follow up.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Interpersonal skills

Tactical planning

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree (Engineering/Marine/Business)

Tools

Nautical Systems (NS)

Microsoft Project

Job description

Constellation Navigation and Trading, LLC in Norfolk, VA seeks a General Manager, Tanker Fleet (Technical) to lead the safe, efficient operation of the tanker fleet. You will oversee maintenance, repairs, dry-docking, budgeting, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations while coordinating with ship crews and shore teams.

The role reports to the Vice President, Operations and requires extensive travel, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.