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Operations Manager
Hornbeck Offshore
New Orleans, LA, United States
30+ days
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Job Description
The Operations Manager plans and executes within the budget and policy constraints of executive management, the company's fleet operations activities, including fleet operations, fleet maintenance, fleet certification and regulatory compliance, fleet personnel, purchasing and material control, and customer operational management functions. SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including management of the safety of personnel, third parties and the protection of the environment; protection of the Company’s investment in its human and capital resources, maintenance of client service relationships, and efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including the management of fleet vessel maintenance to the standards required for vessel certification by class society, flag state and local authorities, and company maintenance programs. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. • Operations Management support the vessels and Masters in day to day operations and are responsible for periodic reviews on the vessel in order to ensure the Company’s Sail Safe Program (Hornbeck Offshore's Safety Management System) is being applied. These include: o Maintenance Reviews o Voyage & DP Reviews o Closeout of Corrective actions o Ensuring vessels conduct periodic Safety & Environmental meetings o Reviewing Deck & Engine Logs o Reviewing vessels risk related tools o Reviewing Cargo plans & securing arrangements o Reviewing crew and resources to manage vessel safely and efficiently o Ensure that new personnel and personnel transferred to new assignments related to safety and protection of the environment are given proper familiarization with their duties. o In addition, the Operations Management should have an adequate understanding of relevant rules, regulations, codes and guidelines pertaining to the operations vessels are conducting. • Purchasing and Material cost, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships to assure that the quality of their delivery to the company meets operational and financial goals. • Commercial Reporting, including maintenance of close relationships with company client company representatives at the operational level (field level) for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery. • Administrative, including managing and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity under his authority. Functions shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits to observe and address safety, protection of the environment; human and capital resource, and client service issues, and to manage the efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources as they apply to marine fleet operations. Additionally, functionally work with HSE department to develop necessary management systems to affect continuous improvement in operational processes. Compile and manage vessel-based expense budget to actual expenditures. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits of the condition of the fleet and vessel apparatus as required for vessel certification required by class, flag state and local authorities and company maintenance programs. Additionally, functionally manage Port Engineering/maintenance department to develop necessary maintenance systems and apply new technology to affect continuous improvement in the condition of company equipment. Coordinate with the dry dock superintendents during scheduled and unscheduled dry docks, which includes budgeting and expenditures. Maintain relationships with local regulatory authorities and key service company vendors. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. Conduct performance evaluations of vessel Masters, establish quantifiable goals and objectives for the vessel unit management and assist the Masters in producing quantifiable improvements in their subordinate down-lines. • Purchasing and Material Control, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships inure to the benefit of the company’s operational and financial goals. Critically look at material and service delivery systems with appropriate recommendations to Company executive and material procurement managers toward streamlining and taking full advantage of buying leverage opportunities. • Commercial reporting, including maintenance of contact with key employees in client companies for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery and positioning for business expansion opportunities in market area. Scout business opportunities in operational area and report commercial activity of clients and competitors that may be of interest for short- or long-term benefit to company. • Administrative, including efficient management and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity that occurs as a function of job activities. Compile and manage departmental expense budget to actual expenditures. • All other duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is preferred; alternatively, manifold experience in marine operations may be acceptable. Experience: Incumbent should possess a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in all aspects of management of marine vessel operations, including maintenance, regulatory compliance, human resources, administration and customer service delivery. Experience as an OSV Master or Chief Engineer is preferred, but not required. Skills: o Ability to speak with and get along well with others. Certifications: Valid driver’s license and passport required. Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business. COMPETENCIES Critical Thinking • Thoroughly gathers information and facts before making decisions or recommendations • Proactively identifies problems and solutions before they escalate • Recognizes when advice and additional resources should be sought • Demonstrates willingness to make decisions Plan & Execute • Pushes decisions and responsibility down to the lowest level possible; does not micromanage • Quickly acts to bring closure to problems and issues • Communicates clear goals, action steps and timelines to accomplish objectives • Holds people accountable in a timely and consistent manner Inspire Trust • Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame • Manages through influence and inspiration rather than intimidation or control • Creates an environment where open-dialogue is encouraged and is an active listener • Is approachable and accessible to people; deals with people in a professional and respectful manner Coach & Develop • Recognizes efforts and rewards success; provides direct and constructive feedback on a regular basis • Provides downlines with opportunities for growth and development • Shows and teaches people rather than simply doing the job him/herself • Puts people in position to succeed; recognizes individual’s strengths and limitations Collaborate • Keeps all parties informed of problems and issues; regularly interacts with peers to share information • Works collaboratively across departments, functions and business lines • Builds personal relationships with people across the company • Offers his/her time and support to help others accomplish their objectives Manage Change • Remains open-minded to others’ ideas and input • Embraces rather than resists change; explains the reasons and benefits behind change • Consistently seeks opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs • Fully supports company decisions and initiatives; demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift Business Judgment • Aligns day-to-day activities with company priorities and needs • Anticipates the implications of his/her decisions on the P&L • A knowledgeable expert in his/her area of responsibility • Demonstrates a full understanding of the company’s business model DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20 Hearing: Incumbent must have hearing that permits communicate effectively in the conditions that might be encountered aboard a vessel. Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Mobility: Incumbent must be capable of ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely and of performing emergency duties as listed in a typical vessel Station Bill. Incumbent may be required to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance. HOURS OF WORK Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular, reliable attendance as well as self-provided transportation is required. On call availability every 3rd or 4th weekend may be required for this position.
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Operations Manager
Hornbeck Offshore
New Orleans, LA, United States
30+ days
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Job Description
The Operations Manager plans and executes within the budget and policy constraints of executive management, the company's fleet operations activities, including fleet operations, fleet maintenance, fleet certification and regulatory compliance, fleet personnel, purchasing and material control, and customer operational management functions. SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including management of the safety of personnel, third parties and the protection of the environment; protection of the Company’s investment in its human and capital resources, maintenance of client service relationships, and efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including the management of fleet vessel maintenance to the standards required for vessel certification by class society, flag state and local authorities, and company maintenance programs. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. • Operations Management support the vessels and Masters in day to day operations and are responsible for periodic reviews on the vessel in order to ensure the Company’s Sail Safe Program (Hornbeck Offshore's Safety Management System) is being applied. These include: o Maintenance Reviews o Voyage & DP Reviews o Closeout of Corrective actions o Ensuring vessels conduct periodic Safety & Environmental meetings o Reviewing Deck & Engine Logs o Reviewing vessels risk related tools o Reviewing Cargo plans & securing arrangements o Reviewing crew and resources to manage vessel safely and efficiently o Ensure that new personnel and personnel transferred to new assignments related to safety and protection of the environment are given proper familiarization with their duties. o In addition, the Operations Management should have an adequate understanding of relevant rules, regulations, codes and guidelines pertaining to the operations vessels are conducting. • Purchasing and Material cost, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships to assure that the quality of their delivery to the company meets operational and financial goals. • Commercial Reporting, including maintenance of close relationships with company client company representatives at the operational level (field level) for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery. • Administrative, including managing and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity under his authority. Functions shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits to observe and address safety, protection of the environment; human and capital resource, and client service issues, and to manage the efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources as they apply to marine fleet operations. Additionally, functionally work with HSE department to develop necessary management systems to affect continuous improvement in operational processes. Compile and manage vessel-based expense budget to actual expenditures. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits of the condition of the fleet and vessel apparatus as required for vessel certification required by class, flag state and local authorities and company maintenance programs. Additionally, functionally manage Port Engineering/maintenance department to develop necessary maintenance systems and apply new technology to affect continuous improvement in the condition of company equipment. Coordinate with the dry dock superintendents during scheduled and unscheduled dry docks, which includes budgeting and expenditures. Maintain relationships with local regulatory authorities and key service company vendors. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. Conduct performance evaluations of vessel Masters, establish quantifiable goals and objectives for the vessel unit management and assist the Masters in producing quantifiable improvements in their subordinate down-lines. • Purchasing and Material Control, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships inure to the benefit of the company’s operational and financial goals. Critically look at material and service delivery systems with appropriate recommendations to Company executive and material procurement managers toward streamlining and taking full advantage of buying leverage opportunities. • Commercial reporting, including maintenance of contact with key employees in client companies for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery and positioning for business expansion opportunities in market area. Scout business opportunities in operational area and report commercial activity of clients and competitors that may be of interest for short- or long-term benefit to company. • Administrative, including efficient management and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity that occurs as a function of job activities. Compile and manage departmental expense budget to actual expenditures. • All other duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is preferred; alternatively, manifold experience in marine operations may be acceptable. Experience: Incumbent should possess a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in all aspects of management of marine vessel operations, including maintenance, regulatory compliance, human resources, administration and customer service delivery. Experience as an OSV Master or Chief Engineer is preferred, but not required. Skills: o Ability to speak with and get along well with others. Certifications: Valid driver’s license and passport required. Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business. COMPETENCIES Critical Thinking • Thoroughly gathers information and facts before making decisions or recommendations • Proactively identifies problems and solutions before they escalate • Recognizes when advice and additional resources should be sought • Demonstrates willingness to make decisions Plan & Execute • Pushes decisions and responsibility down to the lowest level possible; does not micromanage • Quickly acts to bring closure to problems and issues • Communicates clear goals, action steps and timelines to accomplish objectives • Holds people accountable in a timely and consistent manner Inspire Trust • Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame • Manages through influence and inspiration rather than intimidation or control • Creates an environment where open-dialogue is encouraged and is an active listener • Is approachable and accessible to people; deals with people in a professional and respectful manner Coach & Develop • Recognizes efforts and rewards success; provides direct and constructive feedback on a regular basis • Provides downlines with opportunities for growth and development • Shows and teaches people rather than simply doing the job him/herself • Puts people in position to succeed; recognizes individual’s strengths and limitations Collaborate • Keeps all parties informed of problems and issues; regularly interacts with peers to share information • Works collaboratively across departments, functions and business lines • Builds personal relationships with people across the company • Offers his/her time and support to help others accomplish their objectives Manage Change • Remains open-minded to others’ ideas and input • Embraces rather than resists change; explains the reasons and benefits behind change • Consistently seeks opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs • Fully supports company decisions and initiatives; demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift Business Judgment • Aligns day-to-day activities with company priorities and needs • Anticipates the implications of his/her decisions on the P&L • A knowledgeable expert in his/her area of responsibility • Demonstrates a full understanding of the company’s business model DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20 Hearing: Incumbent must have hearing that permits communicate effectively in the conditions that might be encountered aboard a vessel. Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Mobility: Incumbent must be capable of ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely and of performing emergency duties as listed in a typical vessel Station Bill. Incumbent may be required to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance. HOURS OF WORK Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular, reliable attendance as well as self-provided transportation is required. On call availability every 3rd or 4th weekend may be required for this position.
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Operations Manager
Hornbeck Offshore
New Orleans, LA, United States
30+ days
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Job Description
The Operations Manager plans and executes within the budget and policy constraints of executive management, the company's fleet operations activities, including fleet operations, fleet maintenance, fleet certification and regulatory compliance, fleet personnel, purchasing and material control, and customer operational management functions. SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including management of the safety of personnel, third parties and the protection of the environment; protection of the Company’s investment in its human and capital resources, maintenance of client service relationships, and efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including the management of fleet vessel maintenance to the standards required for vessel certification by class society, flag state and local authorities, and company maintenance programs. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. • Operations Management support the vessels and Masters in day to day operations and are responsible for periodic reviews on the vessel in order to ensure the Company’s Sail Safe Program (Hornbeck Offshore's Safety Management System) is being applied. These include: o Maintenance Reviews o Voyage & DP Reviews o Closeout of Corrective actions o Ensuring vessels conduct periodic Safety & Environmental meetings o Reviewing Deck & Engine Logs o Reviewing vessels risk related tools o Reviewing Cargo plans & securing arrangements o Reviewing crew and resources to manage vessel safely and efficiently o Ensure that new personnel and personnel transferred to new assignments related to safety and protection of the environment are given proper familiarization with their duties. o In addition, the Operations Management should have an adequate understanding of relevant rules, regulations, codes and guidelines pertaining to the operations vessels are conducting. • Purchasing and Material cost, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships to assure that the quality of their delivery to the company meets operational and financial goals. • Commercial Reporting, including maintenance of close relationships with company client company representatives at the operational level (field level) for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery. • Administrative, including managing and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity under his authority. Functions shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits to observe and address safety, protection of the environment; human and capital resource, and client service issues, and to manage the efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources as they apply to marine fleet operations. Additionally, functionally work with HSE department to develop necessary management systems to affect continuous improvement in operational processes. Compile and manage vessel-based expense budget to actual expenditures. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits of the condition of the fleet and vessel apparatus as required for vessel certification required by class, flag state and local authorities and company maintenance programs. Additionally, functionally manage Port Engineering/maintenance department to develop necessary maintenance systems and apply new technology to affect continuous improvement in the condition of company equipment. Coordinate with the dry dock superintendents during scheduled and unscheduled dry docks, which includes budgeting and expenditures. Maintain relationships with local regulatory authorities and key service company vendors. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. Conduct performance evaluations of vessel Masters, establish quantifiable goals and objectives for the vessel unit management and assist the Masters in producing quantifiable improvements in their subordinate down-lines. • Purchasing and Material Control, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships inure to the benefit of the company’s operational and financial goals. Critically look at material and service delivery systems with appropriate recommendations to Company executive and material procurement managers toward streamlining and taking full advantage of buying leverage opportunities. • Commercial reporting, including maintenance of contact with key employees in client companies for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery and positioning for business expansion opportunities in market area. Scout business opportunities in operational area and report commercial activity of clients and competitors that may be of interest for short- or long-term benefit to company. • Administrative, including efficient management and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity that occurs as a function of job activities. Compile and manage departmental expense budget to actual expenditures. • All other duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is preferred; alternatively, manifold experience in marine operations may be acceptable. Experience: Incumbent should possess a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in all aspects of management of marine vessel operations, including maintenance, regulatory compliance, human resources, administration and customer service delivery. Experience as an OSV Master or Chief Engineer is preferred, but not required. Skills: o Ability to speak with and get along well with others. Certifications: Valid driver’s license and passport required. Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business. COMPETENCIES Critical Thinking • Thoroughly gathers information and facts before making decisions or recommendations • Proactively identifies problems and solutions before they escalate • Recognizes when advice and additional resources should be sought • Demonstrates willingness to make decisions Plan & Execute • Pushes decisions and responsibility down to the lowest level possible; does not micromanage • Quickly acts to bring closure to problems and issues • Communicates clear goals, action steps and timelines to accomplish objectives • Holds people accountable in a timely and consistent manner Inspire Trust • Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame • Manages through influence and inspiration rather than intimidation or control • Creates an environment where open-dialogue is encouraged and is an active listener • Is approachable and accessible to people; deals with people in a professional and respectful manner Coach & Develop • Recognizes efforts and rewards success; provides direct and constructive feedback on a regular basis • Provides downlines with opportunities for growth and development • Shows and teaches people rather than simply doing the job him/herself • Puts people in position to succeed; recognizes individual’s strengths and limitations Collaborate • Keeps all parties informed of problems and issues; regularly interacts with peers to share information • Works collaboratively across departments, functions and business lines • Builds personal relationships with people across the company • Offers his/her time and support to help others accomplish their objectives Manage Change • Remains open-minded to others’ ideas and input • Embraces rather than resists change; explains the reasons and benefits behind change • Consistently seeks opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs • Fully supports company decisions and initiatives; demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift Business Judgment • Aligns day-to-day activities with company priorities and needs • Anticipates the implications of his/her decisions on the P&L • A knowledgeable expert in his/her area of responsibility • Demonstrates a full understanding of the company’s business model DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20 Hearing: Incumbent must have hearing that permits communicate effectively in the conditions that might be encountered aboard a vessel. Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Mobility: Incumbent must be capable of ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely and of performing emergency duties as listed in a typical vessel Station Bill. Incumbent may be required to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance. HOURS OF WORK Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular, reliable attendance as well as self-provided transportation is required. On call availability every 3rd or 4th weekend may be required for this position.
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Operations Manager
Hornbeck Offshore
New Orleans, LA, United States
30+ days
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Job Description
The Operations Manager plans and executes within the budget and policy constraints of executive management, the company's fleet operations activities, including fleet operations, fleet maintenance, fleet certification and regulatory compliance, fleet personnel, purchasing and material control, and customer operational management functions. SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including management of the safety of personnel, third parties and the protection of the environment; protection of the Company’s investment in its human and capital resources, maintenance of client service relationships, and efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including the management of fleet vessel maintenance to the standards required for vessel certification by class society, flag state and local authorities, and company maintenance programs. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. • Operations Management support the vessels and Masters in day to day operations and are responsible for periodic reviews on the vessel in order to ensure the Company’s Sail Safe Program (Hornbeck Offshore's Safety Management System) is being applied. These include: o Maintenance Reviews o Voyage & DP Reviews o Closeout of Corrective actions o Ensuring vessels conduct periodic Safety & Environmental meetings o Reviewing Deck & Engine Logs o Reviewing vessels risk related tools o Reviewing Cargo plans & securing arrangements o Reviewing crew and resources to manage vessel safely and efficiently o Ensure that new personnel and personnel transferred to new assignments related to safety and protection of the environment are given proper familiarization with their duties. o In addition, the Operations Management should have an adequate understanding of relevant rules, regulations, codes and guidelines pertaining to the operations vessels are conducting. • Purchasing and Material cost, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships to assure that the quality of their delivery to the company meets operational and financial goals. • Commercial Reporting, including maintenance of close relationships with company client company representatives at the operational level (field level) for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery. • Administrative, including managing and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity under his authority. Functions shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits to observe and address safety, protection of the environment; human and capital resource, and client service issues, and to manage the efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources as they apply to marine fleet operations. Additionally, functionally work with HSE department to develop necessary management systems to affect continuous improvement in operational processes. Compile and manage vessel-based expense budget to actual expenditures. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits of the condition of the fleet and vessel apparatus as required for vessel certification required by class, flag state and local authorities and company maintenance programs. Additionally, functionally manage Port Engineering/maintenance department to develop necessary maintenance systems and apply new technology to affect continuous improvement in the condition of company equipment. Coordinate with the dry dock superintendents during scheduled and unscheduled dry docks, which includes budgeting and expenditures. Maintain relationships with local regulatory authorities and key service company vendors. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. Conduct performance evaluations of vessel Masters, establish quantifiable goals and objectives for the vessel unit management and assist the Masters in producing quantifiable improvements in their subordinate down-lines. • Purchasing and Material Control, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships inure to the benefit of the company’s operational and financial goals. Critically look at material and service delivery systems with appropriate recommendations to Company executive and material procurement managers toward streamlining and taking full advantage of buying leverage opportunities. • Commercial reporting, including maintenance of contact with key employees in client companies for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery and positioning for business expansion opportunities in market area. Scout business opportunities in operational area and report commercial activity of clients and competitors that may be of interest for short- or long-term benefit to company. • Administrative, including efficient management and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity that occurs as a function of job activities. Compile and manage departmental expense budget to actual expenditures. • All other duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is preferred; alternatively, manifold experience in marine operations may be acceptable. Experience: Incumbent should possess a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in all aspects of management of marine vessel operations, including maintenance, regulatory compliance, human resources, administration and customer service delivery. Experience as an OSV Master or Chief Engineer is preferred, but not required. Skills: o Ability to speak with and get along well with others. Certifications: Valid driver’s license and passport required. Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business. COMPETENCIES Critical Thinking • Thoroughly gathers information and facts before making decisions or recommendations • Proactively identifies problems and solutions before they escalate • Recognizes when advice and additional resources should be sought • Demonstrates willingness to make decisions Plan & Execute • Pushes decisions and responsibility down to the lowest level possible; does not micromanage • Quickly acts to bring closure to problems and issues • Communicates clear goals, action steps and timelines to accomplish objectives • Holds people accountable in a timely and consistent manner Inspire Trust • Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame • Manages through influence and inspiration rather than intimidation or control • Creates an environment where open-dialogue is encouraged and is an active listener • Is approachable and accessible to people; deals with people in a professional and respectful manner Coach & Develop • Recognizes efforts and rewards success; provides direct and constructive feedback on a regular basis • Provides downlines with opportunities for growth and development • Shows and teaches people rather than simply doing the job him/herself • Puts people in position to succeed; recognizes individual’s strengths and limitations Collaborate • Keeps all parties informed of problems and issues; regularly interacts with peers to share information • Works collaboratively across departments, functions and business lines • Builds personal relationships with people across the company • Offers his/her time and support to help others accomplish their objectives Manage Change • Remains open-minded to others’ ideas and input • Embraces rather than resists change; explains the reasons and benefits behind change • Consistently seeks opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs • Fully supports company decisions and initiatives; demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift Business Judgment • Aligns day-to-day activities with company priorities and needs • Anticipates the implications of his/her decisions on the P&L • A knowledgeable expert in his/her area of responsibility • Demonstrates a full understanding of the company’s business model DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20 Hearing: Incumbent must have hearing that permits communicate effectively in the conditions that might be encountered aboard a vessel. Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Mobility: Incumbent must be capable of ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely and of performing emergency duties as listed in a typical vessel Station Bill. Incumbent may be required to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance. HOURS OF WORK Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular, reliable attendance as well as self-provided transportation is required. On call availability every 3rd or 4th weekend may be required for this position.
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Operations Manager
Hornbeck Offshore
New Orleans, LA, United States
30+ days
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Job Description
The Operations Manager plans and executes within the budget and policy constraints of executive management, the company's fleet operations activities, including fleet operations, fleet maintenance, fleet certification and regulatory compliance, fleet personnel, purchasing and material control, and customer operational management functions. SCOPE OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including management of the safety of personnel, third parties and the protection of the environment; protection of the Company’s investment in its human and capital resources, maintenance of client service relationships, and efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including the management of fleet vessel maintenance to the standards required for vessel certification by class society, flag state and local authorities, and company maintenance programs. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. • Operations Management support the vessels and Masters in day to day operations and are responsible for periodic reviews on the vessel in order to ensure the Company’s Sail Safe Program (Hornbeck Offshore's Safety Management System) is being applied. These include: o Maintenance Reviews o Voyage & DP Reviews o Closeout of Corrective actions o Ensuring vessels conduct periodic Safety & Environmental meetings o Reviewing Deck & Engine Logs o Reviewing vessels risk related tools o Reviewing Cargo plans & securing arrangements o Reviewing crew and resources to manage vessel safely and efficiently o Ensure that new personnel and personnel transferred to new assignments related to safety and protection of the environment are given proper familiarization with their duties. o In addition, the Operations Management should have an adequate understanding of relevant rules, regulations, codes and guidelines pertaining to the operations vessels are conducting. • Purchasing and Material cost, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships to assure that the quality of their delivery to the company meets operational and financial goals. • Commercial Reporting, including maintenance of close relationships with company client company representatives at the operational level (field level) for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery. • Administrative, including managing and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity under his authority. Functions shall include, but not be limited to, the following: • Fleet Operations, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits to observe and address safety, protection of the environment; human and capital resource, and client service issues, and to manage the efficient and responsible use of Company financial resources as they apply to marine fleet operations. Additionally, functionally work with HSE department to develop necessary management systems to affect continuous improvement in operational processes. Compile and manage vessel-based expense budget to actual expenditures. • Fleet Maintenance and Certification, including scheduled and unscheduled vessel visits and operational audits of the condition of the fleet and vessel apparatus as required for vessel certification required by class, flag state and local authorities and company maintenance programs. Additionally, functionally manage Port Engineering/maintenance department to develop necessary maintenance systems and apply new technology to affect continuous improvement in the condition of company equipment. Coordinate with the dry dock superintendents during scheduled and unscheduled dry docks, which includes budgeting and expenditures. Maintain relationships with local regulatory authorities and key service company vendors. • Fleet Personnel, including supervisory management of vessel masters. Conduct performance evaluations of vessel Masters, establish quantifiable goals and objectives for the vessel unit management and assist the Masters in producing quantifiable improvements in their subordinate down-lines. • Purchasing and Material Control, including maintaining relationships with local material, service and supply vendors when such relationships inure to the benefit of the company’s operational and financial goals. Critically look at material and service delivery systems with appropriate recommendations to Company executive and material procurement managers toward streamlining and taking full advantage of buying leverage opportunities. • Commercial reporting, including maintenance of contact with key employees in client companies for purposes of monitoring quality of service delivery and positioning for business expansion opportunities in market area. Scout business opportunities in operational area and report commercial activity of clients and competitors that may be of interest for short- or long-term benefit to company. • Administrative, including efficient management and reporting as required by company policies and procedures appropriate financial and administrative activity that occurs as a function of job activities. Compile and manage departmental expense budget to actual expenditures. • All other duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study is preferred; alternatively, manifold experience in marine operations may be acceptable. Experience: Incumbent should possess a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in all aspects of management of marine vessel operations, including maintenance, regulatory compliance, human resources, administration and customer service delivery. Experience as an OSV Master or Chief Engineer is preferred, but not required. Skills: o Ability to speak with and get along well with others. Certifications: Valid driver’s license and passport required. Must be willing to board and ride vessels to increase understanding of how this role supports our business. COMPETENCIES Critical Thinking • Thoroughly gathers information and facts before making decisions or recommendations • Proactively identifies problems and solutions before they escalate • Recognizes when advice and additional resources should be sought • Demonstrates willingness to make decisions Plan & Execute • Pushes decisions and responsibility down to the lowest level possible; does not micromanage • Quickly acts to bring closure to problems and issues • Communicates clear goals, action steps and timelines to accomplish objectives • Holds people accountable in a timely and consistent manner Inspire Trust • Takes personal responsibility for decisions and mistakes; does not shift blame • Manages through influence and inspiration rather than intimidation or control • Creates an environment where open-dialogue is encouraged and is an active listener • Is approachable and accessible to people; deals with people in a professional and respectful manner Coach & Develop • Recognizes efforts and rewards success; provides direct and constructive feedback on a regular basis • Provides downlines with opportunities for growth and development • Shows and teaches people rather than simply doing the job him/herself • Puts people in position to succeed; recognizes individual’s strengths and limitations Collaborate • Keeps all parties informed of problems and issues; regularly interacts with peers to share information • Works collaboratively across departments, functions and business lines • Builds personal relationships with people across the company • Offers his/her time and support to help others accomplish their objectives Manage Change • Remains open-minded to others’ ideas and input • Embraces rather than resists change; explains the reasons and benefits behind change • Consistently seeks opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs • Fully supports company decisions and initiatives; demonstrates flexibility when priorities shift Business Judgment • Aligns day-to-day activities with company priorities and needs • Anticipates the implications of his/her decisions on the P&L • A knowledgeable expert in his/her area of responsibility • Demonstrates a full understanding of the company’s business model DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Eyesight: Functional, correctable to 20/20 Hearing: Incumbent must have hearing that permits communicate effectively in the conditions that might be encountered aboard a vessel. Speech: Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Mobility: Incumbent must be capable of ascending/descending stairs or ladders safely and of performing emergency duties as listed in a typical vessel Station Bill. Incumbent may be required to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds, or more with assistance. HOURS OF WORK Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am until 5:00pm and may be adjusted with approval by the department supervisor. Some overtime, work related travel and weekend work may be required, subject to company operational requirements. Regular, reliable attendance as well as self-provided transportation is required. On call availability every 3rd or 4th weekend may be required for this position.
