Director of Operations at a Fastest Growing Indigenous Marine Logistic Services Company - Adexen Recruitment Agency

Adexen Recruitment Agency - Our client is one of the fastest growing indigenous marine logistic services providers in the upstream sector of the Nigerian oil and gas industry engaged in long-standing service partnerships with international oil companies.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Director of Operations

Job Reference: 1249
Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Function: Operations & Production

Job Description

• The Director Operations is a senior management and leadership position necessary for the overall marine operations of the company.
• The role manages all marine operations activities of the company, oversees vessel operations including direct supervision and coordination of the day-to-day operations, capital improvements, systems maintenance and repairs, as well as financial management of the entire marine operations.

Responsibilities
Operations Team Management and Development:

• Supervises and ensures the efficient management of corporate assets, systems and infrastructures.
• Be a role model for all marine and base teams, demonstrate leadership behaviours, set standards and inspire others to achieve the department’s objectives
• Develops positive relationship within team and with other department heads
• Provides and ensures execution of appropriate integration of new hires aboard vessels and within Marine Operations department
• Directly responsible for identifying the training and development needs of Operations team and ensuring provision thereof according to established and approved training programs through HR
• Provides on-going performance feedback and coaching to all marine Operations Department team members
• Listen effectively, assess the situation, determine relevant issues, identify solutions and gain consensus
• Establishes a structured plan for knowledge sharing and capability development in fields of expertise
• Champions the company core values to demonstrate and instil same in all team members
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives ensuring all activities are carried out in compliance with agreed quality standards and regulations

Regulatory and Stakeholder Management:

• Develop effective relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients and regulatory agencies
• Exceed customer expectations through operational excellence and to actively promote the company brand
• Provides efficient, pleasant and prompt service to clients.
• Provides daily, weekly and monthly reports as requested by the management or the client.
• Develops policies and systems, designed to achieve the mission of the Company and comply with all marine regulatory, safety and classification society requirements.

Administration (Pre ERP Implementation):

• Maintains supply and equipment purchasing systems, which ensure maximum quality, least cost and high reliability
• Monitors/oversees scheduling of marine and vessel operations work periods to achieve maximum efficiency
• Manages uniform inventory and distribution
• Have direct oversight of all vessel maintenance records and equipment warranties
• Deals with non-conformities covering ship and shore based operations

Expectations

• Strong academic background with higher Degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Management or related field. A first degree in mechanical or Marine Engineering will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10-15 years related experience with at least 3 -5 years in senior leadership position in operations management.
• International exposure (work or education) is mandatory
• Ability to manage a dynamic and fast growing organization with an audacious vision
• Provide leadership and direction within a diverse, team-oriented work environment
• Ability to interpret and/or evaluate information and/or create analytical approaches to decision-making or problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks
• Ability to influence client thinking
• Mathematical skills and commercial understanding necessary to interpret reports and budgets required for business and operational decisions
• Ability to persuade and influence people across levels
• Ability to understand and execute complex instructions (verbal and written)
• Valid First Aid and CPR training.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online