Vice President, Marine Operations

Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailThe Vice President of Marine Operations VPMO is responsible for the safe compliant and efficient execution of harbor ship assist operations including tug escort and related marine services. This role is accountable for operational excellence regulatory compliance workforce performance and financial outcomes while advancing Foss Maritimes culture of safety collaboration and continuous improvement.The Vice President of Marine Operations will lead senior operational managers drive strategic initiatives optimize operational performance and serve as a visible leader internally and externally within the maritime industry.Key ResponsibilitiesSafety Compliance and Operational ExcellenceChampion and continuously strengthen a culture of safety environmental stewardship and operational discipline across all fleets and ports.Partner closely with HSQE leadership to ensure full compliance with environmental health safety and regulatory requirements.Establish implement and oversee systems policies and processes that support safe operations efficient execution and risk mitigation.Drive continuous improvement modernization and operational excellence initiatives using data-driven performance metrics.Operational LeadershipProvide oversight for multi-port multi-port marine operations ensuring consistent standards and best-practice execution.Direct and manage day-to-day operations of the harbor assist fleet while ensuring operational readiness across all assets.Ensure vessels and regional facilities are appropriately staffed with trained and properly credentialed personnel to meet current and future needs.Identify operational issues proactively and lead structured resolution planning to minimize disruption and maximize performance.Ensure the transfer of information and adoption of best practices across all areas of responsibility.Financial and Strategic ManagementOwn and manage marine operations P&L with a strong focus on operational optimization efficiency and profitability.Develop manage and execute comprehensive annual operating and capital budgets.Contribute to both short-term execution planning and long-term strategic growth initiatives.Drive operational efficiencies through disciplined cost management process redesign and agile change management.Translate strategic objectives into safe executable operational plans that deliver customer value and commercial results.Leadership Talent and Labor RelationsLead mentor and develop senior operational leaders and vessel officers.Support professional development through coaching performance management and succession planning.Oversee labor relations strategy including union engagement and collective bargaining fostering collaborative and productive relationships.Maintain open transparent communication with employees at all levels to build trust engagement and accountability.Inspire a positive performance-driven culture by challenging teams to achieve optimal business results.Stakeholder Engagement and Industry LeadershipBuild and sustain strong relationships with customers vendors regulators and industry partners.Represent Foss Maritime as a thought leader at industry events committees boards and external forums.Communicate the companys vision goals and strategic priorities clearly and consistently across the organization.Reporting and GovernanceEnsure accurate development and maintenance of operating records reports and performance dashboards.Provide clear timely updates to executive leadership on operational performance risks and opportunities.Qualifications and Skills Ability to operate effectively in a safety-focused fast-paced environment with short execution timeframes.Extensive maritime operations experience with strong knowledge of vessel operations regulatory requirements and industry trends.Proven ability to manage P&L budgets forecasting and financial performance in asset-intensive operations.Demonstrated success driving growth re-engineering processes and delivering measurable business value.Experience leading large geographically dispersed teams in complex operating environments.Exceptional people leadership decision-making and conflict-resolution skills.Demonstrated experience working effectively with labor unions including collective bargaining grievance resolution and maintaining productive labor-management relationships.Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication skills at executive operational and frontline levels.Proficient in Microsoft Office and enterprise business systems strong data-driven decision-making capability.Proven capacity to manage confidential information perform under stress and balance competing priorities.Minimum Qualifications This position generally requires a bachelors degree with an MBA preferred. 12 years maritime industry experience with management experience in operations. Significant relevant senior leadership experience strongly preferred. Working Condition Work will be performed in an office setting. Regular travel will be required.CompensationPay for this position will be between 193773 to 290659 annually based on experience.This position is eligible to participate in our annual incentive compensation plan ICP. The target bonus will be 35 of base salary subject to company and individual performance and per company policy.BenefitsThe benefit program includes medical dental and vision coverage for you and your family.This position will accrue 20 days of vacation a year. Accrued vacation will be vested and available for use after successfully completing six 6 months of service.Life insurance equal to two times annual base salary.Accidental death and dismemberment insurance. Long term disability insurance.401k program with a 4 match vested immediately.Employee Assistance Program.Flexible Spending Accounts.Business travel assistance program.Other voluntary benefits are available for purchase via payroll deduction at group rates.Nine 9 paid holidays with two 2 additional floating holidays available after six 6 months of service.Full time employees will accrue ninety-six 96 hours of sick leave per year up to a maximum of 1040 hours.Bereavement Leave &8211 three 3 paid days off for a death in the immediate family or five 5 days off if travel greater than 500 miles is required.Fully paid ORCA transportation card.Tuition reimbursement.All other benefits as required by lawHow to ApplyReady to set sail with Foss Submit your application via our careers page. If you need any assistance please reach out to fossjobsfoss.com. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.Drug Free WorkplaceFoss Maritime Company LLC is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana cocaine opioids amphetamines PCP and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Equal Opportunity EmployerFoss Maritime Company LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age physical or mental disability genetic factors militaryveteran status or other characteristics protected by law.Explore transportation and logistics industry job opportunities from Hawaii to Alaska

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