The World · 1 day ago
Maritime Operations Director
Sunrise, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
7+ years expThe World, Residences at Sea, is the largest privately owned residential yacht on earth. They are seeking a Director of Maritime Operations who will be responsible for managing the ship’s safety procedures, compliance, and efficiency projects, while ensuring the successful delivery of capital projects. This role involves close collaboration with various stakeholders to maintain a safe and efficient operation of the vessel.
Real Estate
Hiring Manager
Awi Arias
Responsibilities
Manages day-to-day operational aspects of vessel maritime operations ensuring compliance with company, class and flag regulations as described in valid company Safety Management Systems (SMS) and as it continuously is being developed in compliance with applicable IMO instruments under the ISM code, SOLAS and MARPOL regulations among others
Drives continuous improvement focus and safety culture development of vessel operations and safety aspects under the SMS
Visits the ship regularly to conduct inspections, assessing effectiveness of ship’s Marine & Technical Operations, and forecasting maintenance and improvement needs and managing implementations
Responsible for budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting of the operational budgets and capital projects. Major contributor to ships 10-year capital plan
Works closely with Ship, and Technical Purchasing Department to ensure cost effective sourcing
Maintain business relationship with Regulatory Authorities (Flag States, Port States, Classification Societies and Public Health) and ensure operations are in compliance and communicate variances
Develops key relationships with vendors and contractors; and enforces accountability; negotiates with contractors and vendors
Recommends, develops and implements energy efficiency and environmental sustainability enhancements
Be a mentor for the shipboard team, for new hires and newly promoted personnel
Develops Dry-dock plans and technical specifications in close cooperation with VP Marine & Technical Operations, Shipboard Leadership, external subject matter experts, and legal counsel to facilitate contract management with Dry-dock companies
Review the SEEMP plans on an annual basis and revise as necessary
This position has emergency response duties as defined in the Emergency Manual
Project sponsoring, directing and implementation duties as situation requires
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7-10 years' experience working within the Marine & Technical aspect of the cruise industry; onboard cruise ship leadership experience and/or 'new build' experience highly preferred
Bachelor's degree in marine profession or equivalent
PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification a plus
Ability to clearly and concisely present technical subjects, experience in presenting in front of groups
Strong business/financial acumen and negotiating skills
Proven experience with contract & vendor negotiation
A demonstrated ability to lead people and acquire results through others
Proven efficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to multi-task under high pressure & demanding situations
Strong budgetary, projections, and cost control skills
Must be able to travel based on job demands and requirements; flexibility to work extended hours or weekends as needed
Company
The World
The World is an privately owned residential yacht.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Karl Muhlberger - Global Hospitality Executive - EMBA - BA Culinary Arts - Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Corporate Chief Operations Officer
Max Schmidt
Chief Information Officer
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