Marine Operations Manager

Dedicated to the Extreme

Smit Lamnalco Australia is the leading provider of safe and efficient towage and associated marine services industry. With more than 150 vessels and over 1,700 crews and staff worldwide, Smit Lamnalco is dedicated to providing marine support services tailored to the operational needs of global customers in local markets. Active in over 30 countries, Smit Lamnalco specializes in bringing international standards on safety, logistics, mooring and towage to onshore and offshore operations in challenging environments. Our HQ is based in Rotterdam, Netherlands with our Australian region, boasting a fleet of over 30 vessels across multiple ports along the East Coast, where we pride ourselves on our safety culture, work ethic and commitment to the environment.  We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Marine Operations Manager to join our Gladstone Port Operations. 

Reporting to the General Manager of Gladstone, your responsibilities will include:

• Provide Operational and Marine related support and assistance to the General Manager while ensuring compliance with the contract.
• To assist and support the Contract Manager in ensuring the safe & efficient operation of assigned vessels.
• Ensure a 100% compliance with contract KPl's and customer/client satisfaction on site.
• To manage tug and crew allocations, scheduling (team), rosters and leave in compliance with the Client contract and Enterprise Agreements.
• To manage employee relations as per the enterprise agreements
• Drive initiatives on contract level to achieve operational efficiencies and reduction of OPEX costs (Fuel, Victuals, Crew, Agents) in cooperation with the GM/Contract Manager.
• Manage and control crew costs (OPEX) and manage invoicing and quoting activities.
• Participate in Client specific initiatives
• Coordinate Crew training and induction activities across the contract.
• Advise on or provide vessel masters with Passage Planning and Voyage instructions if and when required.
• Promote SHEQ awareness and monitor performance of Crews on board in order to ensure safety standards and safe working practices.
• Maintain ETV capability and compliance with ETC.
• Chair employee group meetings such as PCC and HSR meetings.
• Act as the designated Emergency Response Officer on site.

Qualifications

What is expected:

• Bachelor degree at a Maritime Academy or other marine related advanced or university level qualifications
• Relevant marine operating experience. Preferably sea-going experience as Master, Chief Officer or Chief
• Engineer.
• In-depth understanding and experience of marine Industry and terminal operations.
• Pro-active work approach
• Energetic, enthusiastic, optimistic, hands-on
• Work rights in Australia
• You are based in the local area of Gladstone. 

What is Smit Lamnalco offering you?

Smit Lamnalco, a financially healthy and stable company, is offering you the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally in a challenging, dynamic and truly international environment. You’ll receive a competitive remuneration package. You’ll also have the opportunity to make an important contribution to the development and growth of an organisation that operates at the top of its field

Smit Lamnalco Towage Australia  are committed to Equal Employment Opportunities, Ethical Practices, and the principles of Cultural Diversity. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people from indigenous backgrounds, and women seeking non-traditional trade opportunities.

Smit Lamnalco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.