DP World - Maritime Solutions, Marine Manager, UAE Ports,Dubai
On-siteDubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary
Manage the day-to-day operational and technical oversight of Maritime Solutions Tugs, Pilot boats, and Mooring departments to ensure fleet vessels remain fit for purpose and meet contractual obligations. Develop vessel programs optimizing asset use, maintain survey and certification requirements, and lead incident reporting while liaising with clients on operational matters. Direct technical solution strategies for builds, modifications, and dockings by selecting shipyards, managing budgets, and overseeing project execution from specification to final sign-off. Ensure all staff are appropriately trained, qualified, and rostered in compliance with statutory and class requirements, while driving continuous safety, quality, and cost-efficiency improvements across the UAE region.
Required Qualifications
- Master STCW 2010 Certificate of Competency - Class 1
- deep sea sailing experience of at least 3 years
- Technical Experience OR Technical certification as a Engineer with operations experience in Tugs
- Substantial experience in port marine operations in a shore-based management role for at least 10 years
- Substantial experience in the operational management of vessels as fleet manager or other senior position
- Substantial experience 5y+ in technical management of vessels as a fleet manager or similar senior position
- Demonstrated experience of vessel acquisition programs
- Demonstrated knowledge of Quality and Safety Management systems, particularly those related to the shipping industry (ISM)
- Good verbal and written English communication skills
- Full proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Broad maritime industry experience
- relevant shore based management experience
- Well-developed leadership and management skills
- Financial management skills
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- High level communication and interpersonal skills including report writing
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Able to work under pressure and respond to changing work demands
- Strong customer service orientation
- Experienced with a multi-national work force
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