Assistant Marine Operations Manager Job, Antigua

Assistant Marine Operations Manager

CARICOM ~ OECS Candidates

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Marine Operations Manager to support the delivery of safe, efficient, and well-coordinated marine transport operations within a busy and fast-paced environment.

This is a varied, hands-on role that combines operational oversight, team coordination, and safety management, working closely with vessel crews and senior leadership to ensure seamless day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Assist in the coordination of daily vessel activity, including scheduling and movement planning
• Monitor ongoing operations to ensure efficiency across passenger and cargo services
• Act as a central point of communication for operational requests, including ad-hoc and VIP transfers
• Track fuel usage, weather conditions, and vessel locations to optimise performance
• Support maintenance planning, including routine servicing and urgent repairs

Team Coordination

• Assist with workforce scheduling and ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained
• Support the management of crew performance, attendance, and day-to-day issues
• Coordinate training programmes and support skills development across the team
• Assist with payroll-related processes, including timekeeping review

Safety & Compliance

• Support adherence to all maritime safety standards and operational procedures
• Assist in monitoring incident reports, working hours, and safety compliance
• Help ensure all vessels maintain valid certifications and inspection readiness
• Promote a strong safety culture across all marine operations

Emergency Response

• Provide operational support during marine incidents and emergency situations
• Assist in coordinating communication between vessels, management, and external authorities
• Support implementation of emergency protocols, including evacuations if required
• Contribute to post-incident reporting and review processes

What We’re Looking For

Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in marine operations or ferry services
• Previous exposure to managing vessel operations and marine logistics
• Experience supporting or managing teams within operational environments

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
• Valid maritime certification (Boat Master or equivalent preferred)

Technical & Operational Skills

• Strong understanding of:
  • Marine safety protocols
  • Operational planning and coordination
  • Risk management procedures
• Competent with IT systems and Microsoft Office

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure
• Excellent organisational and coordination ability
• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment

Additional Requirements

• Flexibility to support operations outside standard hours when required
• Willingness to be on call for operational or emergency situations
• Good visual capability (including colour recognition for navigation safety)

The Next Steps?

Interested? Simply click apply with your CV/Resume and the New Recruits team will call you for a confidential pre-screening discussion should you match this or other confidential requirements. We will explore your current situation, skillset and career aspirations along with discussing suitable roles and employers in more detail to ensure the perfect match. Interviews will be held via MS Teams.

About New Recruits International Ltd.

Founded in 2020, specializing in construction, engineering, hospitality, and corporate support recruitment across the Americas with focus on the Caribbean, we place local and ex-pat talent in prestigious projects, guided by integrity, collaboration, passion, quality, and discretion. Our highly experienced recruiters, attuned to island life, also conduct regular client visits to ensure we can provide tailored, first-hand guidance.