Senior Marine Technical Advisor

Our client, a specialist in Marine and Logistical Operations has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Marine Technical Advisor to join their team on a permanent basis.
Reporting to the Marine Operations Manager the successful candidate will provide guidance and advice on all marine technical and safety matters for the Company's offshore services and their customers' marine activities, primarily in support of their marine logistics operations.
The post holder will work closely with and under the direction of the customers, providing operational support to ensure maximum focus on marine technical issues and marine safety performance.
Based in Aberdeen with travel to client sites and quaysides a required, the ideal candidate will offer management level experience onboard an offshore support vessel, ideally PSV's /ERRV's/AHTS and have strong knowledge of vessels, MODU's and production platforms.
Key Duties Include:
Line management responsibilities for Marine Technical Advisors as designated.
Encourage through coaching and mentoring the ongoing development of staff.
Management and Oversight of Company Marine Technical services ensuring safety and service excellence for Company Marine clients.
Regularly monitor and make recommendations on Company Marine Services, including opportunities for expansion.
Support Commercial and Business Development Activities.
Cover for Marine Services Manager as required.
Daily management of safety and marine assurance requirements on customer vessels.
Assist with day-to-day management and provide support to, Marine Control.
Liaise with contractors as required.
Interfacing with Company logistics operations.
Conducting marine assurance and on hire briefings (safety/communication, voyage instructions) as required by customer for term and spot hire vessels.
Safety management auditing / briefing and training of vessel crews.
Ensuring performance and compliance to all laws, regulations and industry standards/codes.
Offshore trips on customers' vessels to assess compliance with procedures and industry guidelines.
Participation in client project and planning meetings.
Ensuring all reports are issued to an acceptably high standard.
Providing out of hours and weekend cover as part of a duty rota.
Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with customers, colleagues and vendors.
Participating in the continuous improvement of customer service, processes, and cost efficiencies.
Promoting a positive image of the company through first class service delivery and customer engagement.
Continuously promoting a pro-active HSEQ culture, ensuring participation and compliance.
Proactively assisting colleagues and undertaking adhoc duties, as required.
Qualifications and Experience:
Valid CoC (STCW II/1 or III/3)
Full UK driving licence
Full DP licence
Management level experience onboard an offshore support vessel, ideally PSV's /ERRV's/AHTS
Knowledge of vessels, MODU's and production platforms.
A proven track record within the marine industry and associated guidelines and best practices.
Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing workloads and priorities, where high standards are not compromised under pressure.
Effective time management with ability to prioritise effectively and meet strict deadlines.
Customer focused, with strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
Salary: £Competitive
Interested? We'd love to hear from you. please submit your CV to apply or contact Claire Buchan for a confidential conversation.