Marine Operations Manager

Job Description:

Marine Operations Manager 

(Location: Remote)  

The role: OPA are looking to appoint a new Marine Operations Manager, to be remote based, preferably within reasonable commuting distance of one of our OFDs (Oil Fuel Depot) at Garelochhead, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute), Thanckes, Torpoint, Cornwall, or Gosport, Hampshire. 

We are looking for an experienced senior manager, who is able to demonstrate strong leadership, who can positively engage all our stakeholders and motivate staff, with a strong focus on positive improvement of culture. 

This pivotal role will have full responsibility for the safe and effective Marine Operations of the OPA Facilities and remote Operational Staff; meeting all the necessary HSE/SEPA/EA requirements, in particular safe marine operations, and compliance of the PMSC (Port Marine Safety Code) and COMAH (Control of Major Accident Hazards), to meet customer service levels and to achieve set financial goals.     

The Marine Operations Manager is responsible to the Duty Holder for ensuring compliance with the relevant parts of the PMSC. To ensure they are effective, the Marine Operations Manager must:  

• be aware of the organisation’s powers, duties and responsibilities relating to marine safety; 
• ensure that a suitable MSMS (Marine Safety Management System), which employs formal safety assessment techniques, is in place; 
• monitor and report the effectiveness of the MSMS and provide advice on matters of marine safety; 
• ensure that appropriate resources are made available for discharging their marine safety obligations; 
• ensure that the management of marine safety continuously improves by publishing a marine safety plan and reporting against the objectives and targets set and performance against the MSMS on an annual basis;  
• report on the organisation’s compliance with the relevant parts of the PMSC. 

Travel to our UK sites will be a regular feature of this role, with some overnight stays. Therefore, a full (preferably clean) driving licence is essential for the successful candidate. There will also be occasional overseas travel when required. 

Responsibilities:  

Include, but are not limited to:   

• Assess hazards and risks involved in Marine Operations. 
• OPA Marine Operations – Responsible Person  
• PMSC 
• ISGOTT 
• OCIMF 
• Maintain and Develop  
• Marine Operations Manuals 
• Terminal Guidelines 
• Navigational and Jetty Risk Assessments 
• Verify that the Safety Management System (SMS) and its procedures satisfy the requirements of DPMSP; 
• Maintain the effectiveness of the SMS; 
• Ensure the external SMS audits take place as required and review the results. Verify that any necessary corrective actions have been implemented; 
• Regulate and monitor vessel movement;  
• Initiate special Risk Assessments for unusual Marine Operations and authorisation of variations to (or departing from) standard procedures, if appropriate;  
• Verify that periodic and special hazard and risk control reviews are completed and assess results; 
• Formulate, review and update emergency plans and procedures; 
• Ensure that adequate resources and secondary support procedures (e.g. Pollution Secondary Responder)    are in place; and 
• Discharge conservancy duties (Navigation Aids, hydrographic survey, dredging, wreck removal, etc.). 
• Operational support to HRA and SCTA 
• Deputise for the Chief Operating Officer. 

The candidate:  Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a  Senior Operations Manager or equivalent, providing effective guidance and leadership within the Major High Hazard Industry sector, ensuring efficiency and compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements, and company procedures. With an additional five years’ experience, working in a Maritime environment with the relevant professional qualification i.e. Diploma for Harbour Masters.  

Required Knowledge / Skills: 

* Excellent knowledge Maritime Marine regulations including the following of IMO, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM Code, and other international and local maritime laws. 

* Knowledge of ship handling, navigation systems, and operational procedures. 

* Experience with cargo handling, berthing, and coordination with port authorities. 

* Excellent leadership, management, and communication skills. 

* Working knowledge of COMAH and its application. 

* Able to maintain the appropriate level of controls within a MAH environment. 

* Good financial understanding and Competent with all Microsoft Office applications.