MARINE OPERATIONS MANAGER - HOUSTON, TX

The Marine Operations Manager shall work closely with the Vice President – Operations, Global Operations Manager, Port Manager and Downstream Manager to ensure seamless transitions between fleet and terminal operations whilst setting the highest standard for quality and customer service and demanding an uncompromising attitude regarding safety across all operations.
The Marine Operations Manager shall also interface with Shipyard & Technical Director in order to coordinate the fleet shipyard overhaul and repair periods, vessel improvements and upgrades, and remedial casualty response actions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Include the following operations activities but not limited to:
Ensure that senior management has in the field nautical expertise (available 24/7) to ensure safe, reliable, cost effective and environmentally responsible fleet and cargo transfer operations;
Ensure policy consistency and develop performance measurement and business improvement particularly in respect of:
Risk management;
Ship / Shore operations;
Marine terminal vetting and audits;
Fleet incident management
Including pre-planning, drills, prevention, incident response and management;
Measure and manage continuous improvement in levels of vessel performance;
Management of demurrage exposure as a result of local operations;
Ensure that service level agreements are appropriate;
Ensure compliance with appropriate business controls and self-appraisal of business processes;
Deliver effective, fit for purpose marine advice, support and problem solving based on best practices, reasonable care standards and due diligence models;
Add value through cost reduction, loss and risk management;
Operate safely within Industry, Company, National and International standards and regulatory requirements;
Manage oversight of regulatory and environmental compliance of key contractors;
Support the exercise of local oil spill response plans and support the management of any ship / shore anti-pollution interface;
Build and develop understanding and competence levels of fleet staff;
Conduct safety audits to help build a positive safety culture that promotes learning and sharing;
Support HSSE efforts in the accurate mapping of HSSE critical activities for marine interface operations;
Work with others on the operations team in the preparation and presentation of materials and other information on the ‘safety case’ for proprietary systems; and
Ensure the development and implementation of a security policy system and process for fleet operations.
Integrate new ideas in LNG process, technologies and projects.
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s Degree, Nautical Science from an accredited university preferred, MBA a plus
Senior Officer Experience, Licensed – Master or Chief Mate
Seagoing experience with LNG vessels
Thorough knowledge of Marine Shipping operations and ship/shore interface, shore side management experience a plus
COMPETENCIES:
In the capacity of LNG superintendent, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Problem Solving – Identifies root cause and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management – Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Follows policies and procedures; Prioritizes and plans work activities; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Sets goals and objectives; Manages project team activities; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Benefits organization through outside activities.
Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Communications – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Approaches others in a tactful manner; Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Puts success of team above own interests; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Reacts well under pressure; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; Maintains confidentiality.
Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Ethics – Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Treats people with respect and sensitivity; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Upholds organizational values.
Strategic Thinking – Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Displays willingness to make decisions; Understands organization’s strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Dependability – Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent;
Initiative – Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Sets and achieves challenging goals; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Accounting software; Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Marine Operations Manager, MBA

To apply contact Craig Johnson at or 954-577-5100.