MCV Assistant Project Manager
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About the Role
Operational Planning & Execution Supervise and support end‑to‑end project operations, including loadout, securing, transportation, and discharge of cargo. Coordinate with masters, chief officers, and the marine operations team to ensure the vessel is fully prepared for upcoming projects.
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Operational Planning & Execution
- Supervise and support end‑to‑end project operations, including loadout, securing, transportation, and discharge of cargo.
- Coordinate with masters, chief officers, and the marine operations team to ensure the vessel is fully prepared for upcoming projects.
- Review and validate project documentation such as stowage plans, stability calculations, sea-fastening drawings, towage arrangements, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures, marine standards, and class/flag requirements relevant to deck carrier operations.
Stakeholder Coordination
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients during project execution.
- Attend project meetings, technical reviews, and on-site operations as required.
- Manage expectations by providing clear project updates, timelines, and operational constraints.
Technical & Commercial Analysis
- Conduct feasibility studies, route assessments, and port capability evaluations.
- Review technical drawings and documentation from logistics providers and carriers
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Ensure all operations adhere to company HSE policies and international maritime safety standards.
- Conduct toolbox talks, site inspections, and project readiness checks before critical operations.
- Lead and document incident/near‑miss reporting and participate in safety investigations.
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare project execution reports, progress updates, daily logs, and completion summaries.
- Monitor project schedules, identify risks or delays, and propose mitigation measures.
- Track project costs and contribute to budget planning and cost‑control activities.
Operational Optimization
- Support continual improvement by identifying operational bottlenecks and proposing process enhancements.
- Coordinate with commercial and technical teams on lessons learned and improvements for future projects.
Minimum Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in marine operations, transport & installation, or heavy lift/deck carrier projects..
- Strong understanding of vessel operations, stability, seafastening, and heavy cargo handling.
- Hands‑on experience with offshore logistics, port operations, or project supervision.
Job-Specific Skills
- Strong understanding of project logistics, chartering, and shipping operations.
- Strong knowledge of BIMCO clauses, chartering practices, and international marine standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Excellent analytical, communication, decision-making, and client-facing skills.
- Ability to manage multimodal transport chains and complex project environments
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
- Excellent English language skills, with additional languages preferable
- Self-motivated, driven and with attention to detail
- Willingness to travel locally and internationally for port calls, loadouts, and project operations.
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