Business Development Manager (Shipyard)

About This Role

Business Development Manager | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Supported by a massive investment and a strong global footprint, we are looking for a Business Development Manager in Abu Dhabi to play a key role in building the commercial partnerships and growth frameworks necessary to support our expanding shipyard operations.

Your Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity for you to join a rapidly scaling shipbuilding and repair venture . Backed by an International maritime operator and following a significant international acquisition, we are building a regional powerhouse with a global reach. As our operations expand, you will be given the platform to build your legacy, shape the commercial infrastructure, and grow your career alongside the organisation.

Your Mandate

In this high-impact role, you will focus on establishing the market presence and systems required to bridge our world-class technical facilities with global maritime demand.

• Lead Market Expansion: Build and execute a commercial strategy to secure high-value contracts across shipbuilding and ship repair, ensuring our new facility complete with floating dry dock are fully utilised.
• Scale Our Infrastructure: You will build and refine the business development systems and procedures necessary to support an expansive onshore and offshore vessel portfolio.
• Drive International Growth: Leverage our recent European expansion to offer cross-continental solutions, positioning us as the preferred partner for regional and international owners.
• Own Stakeholder Relationships: Maintain and grow primary communication channels with major ship owners and offshore operators, serving as the commercial lead during this period of significant organisational transition.
• Manage Commercial Risk: Design and implement the tools needed to monitor market exposure and project feasibility, ensuring the business scales safely and sustainably under your oversight.

You

You are an adaptable, growth-oriented professional capable of managing high-stakes negotiations and long-term systems building.

• Your Experience: Minimum of five (5) years in a managerial or business development position within a shipyard, ship repair, or maritime engineering environment.
• Your Competencies: You possess a proven track record of winning technical contracts and a deep ability to work effectively across cross-functional engineering and commercial teams.
• Your Attributes: You bring a proactive mindset focused on market disruption, process development, and the execution of strategic growth projects under direct leadership instruction.

Apply now to take ownership of commercial growth in a world-class, rapidly-scaling maritime business.