Principal Marine Operations Specialist
Job Overview:
The Principal Marine Operations Specialist is responsible for strategic marine resource planning, fleet optimization, offshore demand forecasting, and project execution support across offshore oil and gas operations. The role develops and monitors marine resource plans, vessel utilization strategies, and cost optimization initiatives to ensure efficient deployment of marine assets aligned with business and project objectives.
The position serves as a focal point for marine operation controls, risk and opportunity management, and business case development, supporting both ongoing operations and future project opportunities. Working independently with minimal supervision, the specialist provides strategic recommendations to improve operational efficiency, resource utilization, schedule performance, and overall project profitability.
The role requires extensive experience in offshore EPCI projects, marine operations, commercial planning, and execution support within the oil and gas industry.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
Marine Planning & Resource Management
- Develop marine resource forecasts, vessel deployment plans, and capacity models to support project and business requirements
- Translate project pipeline, tender opportunities, and awarded projects into executable marine resource plans
- Monitor resource utilization, identify constraints, and recommend mitigation strategies
- Support project planning, scheduling, and project controls activities related to marine operations
Fleet Optimization & Cost Management
- Optimize vessel deployment and fleet utilization across regional operations
- Identify, prepare, implement, monitor, and control cost-saving initiatives related to vessel operations, logistics, chartering, and resource allocation
- Analyze utilization trends and performance metrics to improve productivity and reduce idle time
- Support chartering and asset deployment strategies that minimize commercial and operational risks
Commercial & Business Support
- Prepare business cases, economic evaluations, and cost-benefit analyses for marine assets and operational improvements
- Provide marine planning input for tenders, proposals, and pre-award activities
- Support business development efforts through resource planning, execution strategies, and market assessments
Risk & Opportunity Management
- Lead risk and opportunity assessments related to vessel availability, resource constraints, and offshore operations
- Develop mitigation and optimization plans to enhance project performance and profitability
- Monitor key planning, cost, and schedule risks throughout project lifecycles
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Develop management reports, dashboards, forecasts, and performance metrics
- Improve planning methodologies, forecasting tools, reporting systems, and project controls processes
- Promote best practices and lessons learned across marine operations and project teams
Essential Qualifications and Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
- Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore oil & gas, marine operations, operations planning, project controls, or resource management
- Proven experience working with major EPCI/EPC contractors in offshore and marine projects
- Strong background in Marine Operations, Resource Forecasting, and Capacity Planning
- Demonstrated experience in Risk and Opportunity Management and project performance improvement initiatives
- Experience in preparing business cases, cost optimization studies, investment evaluations, and strategic recommendations
- Strong understanding of offshore vessel operations, marine logistics, chartering practices, and fleet management
- Proven track record of developing, implementing, monitoring, and controlling cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiency programs
- Advanced analytical, commercial, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, planning tools and reporting tools
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills in multicultural project environments
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