Ambitek are currently recruiting for a Marine Project Manager (Ship Manager) for our client based over in Birkenhead.

Main Responsibilities:

* Oversee daily schedules and maintain effective communication with teams.

* Enhance productivity and efficiency across all operations.

* Focus on increasing gross margins, reducing costs, and maximizing sales opportunities.

* Coordinate various trade disciplines and subcontractors to ensure timely and efficient completion of work.

* Optimize resource levels for better workflow.

* Manage the costs of materials and consumables effectively.

* Foster a culture of continuous improvement and encourage innovation.

* Regularly monitor performance and adjust outputs when necessary.

* Demonstrate commercial awareness and decision-making related to "build or buy" strategies.

* Ensure compliance with company standards and codes, including ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO18001.

* Uphold and enforce QA/QC procedures, ensuring all departmental work adheres to the required regulations.

* Ensure all work under your control aligns with the company's Occupational Health & Safety Management System.

* Conduct frequent work area inspections to identify and eliminate hazardous conditions and practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

Essential:

* Apprenticeship, HNC/HND level qualification, or equivalent experience in Marine/Mechanical/Electrical disciplines.

* Proven experience in the maintenance and repair of marine vessels, along with a solid understanding of Planned Maintenance Systems.

Desirable:

* Knowledge of Classification Society Rules.

* Experience supporting vessel docking and maintenance periods.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

* Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and drive productivity and efficiency.

* Proactive, self-starter capable of engaging with senior-level stakeholders.

* Highly organized, flexible, and pragmatic