Manager - Vessel Solutions
Key Skills for This Role
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Qualifications
- Educational and Technical Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in digital solutions, fleet systems, IT infrastructure, or technology project management.
- Experience managing maritime communication systems and technology vendors.
- AMOS, NS5, Helm CONNECT, ShipNet, Danaos, or similar vessel management systems.
- SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent ERP platforms.
- Power BI, Microsoft Power Platform, and reporting tools.
- Maritime communications (VSAT, Starlink, Inmarsat, Iridium).
- IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems integration.
- Language Skills:
- English
- Arabic (Preferred)
- Project coordination, stakeholder management, maritime compliance, problem-solving.
- Years of Experience:
- 5–8 years marine/project experience
- Nature of Experience:
- Marine
Responsibilities
- Fleet Systems & Digital Solutions • Manage and optimize vessel management systems including PMS, Crewing, HSEQ, Procurement, and Fleet Management platforms. • Lead digital transformation and process automation initiatives across fleet operations. • Develop dashboards, reports, and performance analytics to support management decision-making. • Drive system integration between vessel, ERP, finance, procurement, crewing, and HSEQ platforms. IT Infrastructure & Communications • Manage vessel and shore-based IT hardware, networks, and technology assets. • Oversee vessel communication systems including VSAT, Starlink, Inmarsat, and related connectivity solutions. • Ensure technology reliability, cybersecurity compliance, and operational continuity. • Manage IT asset lifecycle, upgrades, and technical support requirements. Contracts & Vendor Management • Manage software, IT, communication, and technology service contracts. • Lead vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, renewals, and SLA management. • Monitor supplier performance and identify cost optimization opportunities. Process Improvement & Compliance • Standardize operational processes and support continuous improvement initiatives. • Ensure systems support compliance with ISM Code, IMO requirements, ISO standards, and client requirements. • Support audits, inspections, and governance requirements. Training & Change Management • Drive user adoption of new systems and technologies. • Deliver training, user guidance, and implementation support. • Promote innovation and digital best practices across the fleet.
- Fleet Systems & Digital Solutions
- Manage and optimize vessel management systems including PMS, Crewing, HSEQ, Procurement, and Fleet Management platforms.
- Lead digital transformation and process automation initiatives across fleet operations.
- Develop dashboards, reports, and performance analytics to support management decision-making.
- Drive system integration between vessel, ERP, finance, procurement, crewing, and HSEQ platforms.
- IT Infrastructure & Communications
- Manage vessel and shore-based IT hardware, networks, and technology assets.
- Oversee vessel communication systems including VSAT, Starlink, Inmarsat, and related connectivity solutions.
- Ensure technology reliability, cybersecurity compliance, and operational continuity.
- Manage IT asset lifecycle, upgrades, and technical support requirements.
- Contracts & Vendor Management
- Manage software, IT, communication, and technology service contracts.
- Lead vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, renewals, and SLA management.
- Monitor supplier performance and identify cost optimization opportunities.
- Process Improvement & Compliance
- Standardize operational processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure systems support compliance with ISM Code, IMO requirements, ISO standards, and client requirements.
- Support audits, inspections, and governance requirements.
- Training & Change Management
- Drive user adoption of new systems and technologies.
- Deliver training, user guidance, and implementation support.
- Promote innovation and digital best practices across the fleet.
Preferred Qualifications
- Arabic (Preferred)
About AD Ports Group
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