Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. We’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further and individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.
The role
Fugro are now looking for an Operations Manager to join our Marine Geophysical team based at our waterfront location in Portsmouth Harbour.
As Operations Manager, you will fulfil a senior position with accountability for operational success. You will manage a team consisting of engineers, vessel crew, logistics staff, planners and administrators and provide the organisational structure and key communication to link the operational teams with the project delivery, commercial and data delivery teams. You will also, with close liaison with the Service Line Manager, provide a structure to ensure that operations are conducted safely and to their budget.
You will directly line manage the Engineering, Vessel, Logistics, Planning and Administrative teams. You will work collaboratively with the Project Delivery Manager, Commercial Manager and Data Delivery Manager. You will report to the Service Line Manager within the Europe and Africa region.
Further duties will include:
* Working with internal teams to communicate operational requirements for future projects.
* Review future project staff resourcing needs, recruit and manage staff training/competency.
* Review awarded scopes of work to define equipment and vessel mobilisation requirements.
* Oversee vessel crew changes and crew movements.
* Track, monitor and improve department KPI’s for actual vs budgeted mobilisations and vessel/equipment downtime.
* Support offshore teams to promote a proactive HSEQ culture, review operational management of change requests, support incident investigations and close out if required.
Who we’re looking for:
* Ideally educated to degree level in an industry related subject but not essential if you have other suitable experience.
* Operational offshore experience is essential ideally in the geophysical, geotechnical or subsea survey related industry.
* Must be highly organised and show suitable experience with operational and project tracking/planning.
* Willing to commute to the Portsmouth location 3+ days a week.
* Confident with excellent stakeholder management and relationship building skills.
* You would like to use your technical experience to organise and manage efficient offshore operations.
* You are able to adapt plans to the changing marine environment.
* You would like accountability for staff resourcing, training and competency.
* You have excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* You are highly organised and enjoy planning, tracking and managing.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to develop your skills and network within a global company.
* Extensive externally recognised personal development opportunities, both nationally and internationally, via Fugro Academy and LinkedIn Learning.
* Extensive networking and career growth paths within a leading global company.
* Represent Fugro at conferences, exhibitions, and client meetings worldwide.
* Competitive salary accompanied by an attractive package including contributory pension scheme, life assurance and private medical insurance.
* 24 days annual leave.
* Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave.
* Option to lease an electric vehicle through the salary sacrifice scheme.
Our view on diversity, equity, and inclusion:
At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.
Disclaimer for recruitment agencies: Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.
About Us
Fugro is the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, collecting and analysing comprehensive information about the Earth and the structures built upon it. Adopting an integrated approach that incorporates acquisition and analysis of Geo-data and related advice, Fugro provides solutions. With expertise in site characterisation and asset integrity, clients are supported in the safe, sustainable and efficient design, construction and operation of their assets throughout the full life cycle. Employing approximately 9000 talented people in 61 countries, Fugro serves clients around the globe, predominantly in the energy and infrastructure industries, both offshore and onshore. In 2020, revenue amounted to EUR 1.4 billion. Fugro is listed on Euronext Amsterdam.
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