Contract Operations Manager

Step into the dynamic world of Smit Lamnalco, where we redefine the boundaries of marine support with our unrivaled commitment to excellence. Embark on a thrilling journey with us, providing bespoke solutions that ensure safety and efficiency in every corner of the globe.

At Smit Lamnalco, our strength lies in our people. WPeme are a vibrant mosaic of backgrounds and cultures, united by a common goal and a passion for delivering extraordinary results. Together, we push the limits to deliver world-class towage and marine services, no matter the challenge.

Join a team where innovation knows no boundaries and where every day presents a new adventure. From navigating uncharted waters to conquering complex operational landscapes, we thrive on pushing the envelope and surpassing expectations.

Our diverse fleet of approximately 160 modern vessels and over 2500 skilled crew and staff members serve customers worldwide. We specialize in providing marine support services tailored to the unique operational needs of our global customers in local markets.

If you’re interested in joining our team, we encourage you to visit our website at www.smitlamnalco.com to learn more about our company and available job opportunities. Thank you for considering Smit Lamnalco as your potential employer in the marine services industry!

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Contract Operations Manager to support one of our key projects within the Africa region. This rotational position is based in Pemba, Mozambique.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient, safe, and cost-effective delivery of services to our clients, while managing operational assets and providing leadership and coaching to local teams.

Reporting directly to the Regional Managing Director at our headquarters in the Netherlands, this role presents a unique opportunity to support and enhance the strategic and operational performance of our activities across the region.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the team in maintaining a safe, secure, and professional work environment, ensuring day-to-day operations are executed seamlessly.
• Inspire, develop, and motivate the staff and crew assigned to the contract. Your leadership will drive their success and contribute to a positive work culture.
• Manage company assets and crew daily to ensure maximum utilization of our vessels.
• Control financial performance, aligning it with budgets and the company objectives.
• Monitor and report on the financial and operational performance of the contract, ensuring timely payments from clients.
• Manage crew policies and procedures, while controlling budgets and ensuring compliance with the local regulations.
• Build strong relationships with clients and manage their expectations.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the current contract and maximize revenue potential.
• Develop and maintain a dedicated training center for employees, supporting consistent workforce development and aligning with long-term strategic goals.

Qualifications:

• With your sea-going and other maritime experiences, you must possess a deep understanding of ports and SPM Operations ((VTS, Pilotage, Harbor/Static Towing, Moorings, Floating Hoses Handling, AtoN maintenances etc.).
• Proven experience in a similar role with demonstrated success and achievements.
• Strong leadership, managerial, decision making, problem solving, and communication skills are a prerequisite for this position.
• The ideal candidate should have experience in managing the budget. Controlling costs and maximizing profitability.
• Fluent English communication skills are essential to interact seamlessly with our multinational and multicultural crew and staff with additional language skills seen as an added benefit in the region.
• Proficiency in Portuguese is considered an advantage.
• Bring your enthusiasm, optimism, adaptability energetic and hands-on approach to manage stress and excel in a rotational work schedule.
• Detail oriented and having high ethical standards with a sense of responsibility is needed.

Join Our Voyage:

Interested? 

We offer the chance to work with a talented team of professionals. We value your growth and provide ongoing training and development opportunities to help you unleash your full potential.

This position is a rotational position, your schedule would be 6 weeks on and 6 weeks off. The actual schedule depends on the contract location.

Don’t miss this opportunity to embark on a fulfilling career journey with us. Apply now and set sail towards a future of success and achievement.

Smit Lamnalco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.