Maritime Operations Managers (Autonomous Systems)

Requirements

• We're looking for operational leaders who combine strong decision-making skills with a practical, hands-on approach to delivering complex activities in a dynamic environment.
• You will bring:
• Experience managing operational teams in a maritime, defence, offshore, aviation or other safety-critical environment.
• A recognised maritime qualification, such as RYA Yachtmaster (Power) Commercially Endorsed, MCA Small Ships Navigation and Radar (SSNR), Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships certification, STCW, or an equivalent maritime qualification.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience coordinating operational activity and responding effectively to changing priorities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability.
• An understanding of working within regulated environments and established operating procedures.
• The ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy, accountability and self-reliance.
• A continuous improvement mindset and a focus on delivering operational excellence.
• Given the nature of the work, this role requires you to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of UK national security clearance. You must be willing and able to undergo the necessary security vetting process, and continued employment in the role may be subject to maintaining the required clearance. Security vetting will be conducted in accordance with the requirements and standards set by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV). Further information on UK security clearance levels, eligibility, and the vetting process can be found on the UK Government website: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/united-kingdom-security-vetting-applicant
• Desirable:
• Experience working with autonomous or remotely operated systems.
• Maritime operational, navigation or vessel management experience.
• Experience supporting defence, government or security-sensitive programmes.
• Relevant maritime qualifications and safety training.
• Knowledge of autonomous maritime regulations and operational frameworks.
• Working Arrangements:
• These are operational roles supporting live maritime missions and customer requirements. Successful candidates should be comfortable working in a shift-based environment that may include nights, weekends, public holidays and periods of on-call support. Operational priorities may occasionally require flexibility in working hours and schedules, sometimes at short notice.