Job Overview:

The Ship Repair Manager will be experienced and results-driven to lead and oversee all aspects of ship repair projects at our ship repair yard, with a deep understanding of ship repair and conversion operations, excellent project management skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.

This position reports directly to the Production Manager and have daily meetings with the team under the direction of the Managing Director.

Responsibilities:

General

• Takes over the entirety of the project as soon as the contract has been awarded from the Commercial Department.
• Ability to understand contract requirements and schedule constraints.
• Responsible of reading, interpreting and reviewing work specifications and manage timescales of the project and well as labour requirements with the Production Manager.
• Must have the ability to project plan to include estimated time scales, labour loading requirements, sub-contractor requirements and material procurement.
• Liaising with the various trades’ foremen and subcontractors, as well as liaising with the Ships management team such as Superintendents to ensure project proceeds in a timely and cost-effective manner with maximum customer satisfaction.
• Liaising with the QHSE department where necessary to ensure the entirety of the projects are completed in a safe and efficient manner, with all relevant procedures and policies being adhered to
  and properly documented, as well as to ensuring completion of final QA Package, which must be signed by vessel representative before departure.
• Ensuring all works are carried out in compliance to our standards of ISO 45001:2018 (Health & Safety), ISO 9001:2015 (Quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environment).
• Variation orders or deviation from initially quoted works, must be quoted for by the SRM and approved by the client.
• Full responsibility for the project costs to achieve a mutual agreement on the final invoice with the client whilst fulfilling margin targets.
• May have to travel on occasion to visit vessels / potential projects off site.

Project Management

• Plan, organize, and manage ship repair projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Prepare project schedules, resource plans, and cost estimates, and monitor progress throughout the repair process.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and addressing challenges effectively.

Operational Oversight

• Coordinate and manage the daily activities of repair teams, to include subcontractors, engineers and technicians.
• Ensure the availability and proper allocation of resources, materials, and equipment for each project.
• Monitor repair work to ensure compliance with technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.

Customer Relations

• Act as the primary point of contact for the client via the superintendent, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns or changes in scope.
• Collaborate with clients to clarify requirements, provide solutions, and manage expectations throughout the repair process.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering projects on time and within agreed-upon specifications.
• Negotiate variation orders and invoices through to the final invoice acceptance.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure all repair activities comply with local, national, and international maritime regulations.
• Promote and enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards across all operations.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and motivate repair teams to achieve high levels of performance and productivity.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare and present project plans, progress reports, cost analyses, invoices and performance metrics to senior management and clients as required.
• Maintain accurate records of all repair activities, including documentation for regulatory compliance and project closeout.
• Analyse project outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implement lessons learned in future projects.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Experience in project management within the ship repair / naval sector.
• Engineering, mechanical or naval degree or qualification to same level.
• Working knowledge of most relevant Microsoft programs, e.g. Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc…
• Experience with AutoCAD is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communications skills, both written and spoken.
• Must be fluent in English, with a good command of the Spanish language preferred but not essential. Other languages are welcomed.
• Flexibility and reliability are essential, with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work autonomously, as well have a willingness to work with other members of the team to achieve goals and objectives.
• Must be able to meet deadlines.
• Physical ability to navigate shipyard environments, including vessels under repair.

This job description outlines the primary duties and responsibilities of the Ship Repair Manager which are subject to change based on organisational needs and discretion of the management.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Relocation package provided.
• Starting salary will be based on experience and qualifications.
• Working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 16:30hrs, Friday 08:00 – 15:30hrs.
• Overtime will be required dependant on production requirements. This is included in the salary.
• Generous annual paid leave of 22 days plus bank holidays (currently 12).
• Eligible for Quarterly Attendance Bonus after 3-month probation period.
• Eligible to join the company pension scheme after 12 months of continuous employment.