Technical & Operational Manager

Buenos Aires - Argentina

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Operations & Technical Manager Svitzer Argentina

About the Role

Are you ready to lead operational excellence and technical innovation in one of Argentinas most dynamic maritime environments Svitzer Argentina is seeking an experienced Operations & Technical Manager to drive the performance safety and reliability of our fleet across Argentinean this pivotal role you will shape the future of our towage operations ensuring we deliver outstanding service to our customers and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to all operational and technical staff in Argentina fostering a culture of safety collaboration and continuous improvement.
Champion safety as the foundation of Svitzer Argentinas operations driving effective preventive measures fostering a transparent reporting culture across all teams and ensuring every incident is thoroughly investigated and translated into practical lessons learned to continually strengthen operational.
Oversee harbour towage operations special towage operations (e.g. Offshore) and service delivery offering clear guidance and support to sea staff to ensure efficient and reliable performance.
Manage all technical department functions including preventive maintenance general repairs and planning and execution of dry docks in close collaboration with the Regional Dry Docking (DD) team ensuring high-quality preparation execution and followup.
Ensure overall financial responsibility for fleet OPEX and CAPEX monitoring operational and technical expenditures ensuring alignment with established budgets and identifying opportunities for cost optimization without compromising service safety or performance.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients port authorities and maritime stakeholders representing Svitzer Argentina in meetings and industry forums.
Identify assess and mitigate risks to safeguard the safety and sustainability of crew vessels and operations.
Prepare and deliver timely reports on key operational safety and technical developments for senior management.
Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements (local national and flag state) for both existing and new vessels.

Reporting Lines

This position reports directly to the Svitzer Argentina Managing Director with a dotted line to the Regional Chief Operating Officer.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree or equivalent in Nautical or Marine Engineering Shipping Maritime Studies Nautical Science Logistics or a related field.
Masters experience in the towage or offshore industry.
At least 7 years of maritime industry experience with a preference for towage or offshore operations.
Strong network within the Argentinean ports community and among key stakeholders such as the Navy Pilots and Port Authorities is a significant advantage.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Proven leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate teams and drive results in a fast-paced ever-changing environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities communicate complex technical and financial information clearly and collaborate effectively across functions.
Experience working in a global business environment with a strong appreciation for cultural diversity.
Willingness and flexibility to travel for short periods as required.

Why Join Svitzer Argentina

At Svitzer Argentina youll join a globally recognized leader in maritime services where your expertise and initiative will make a real impact. We offer a collaborative growth-oriented environment opportunities for professional development and the chance to be part of a team that values safety innovation and operational excellence.

If youre ready for a new challenge and want to help shape the future of maritime operations in Argentina we invite you to apply!

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job we value diversity in all its forms including but not limited to gender age nationality race sexual orientation disability or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Dont meet every single requirementStudies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likelyto apply for jobs if they dont meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles and we are excited about hearing from you!

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Operations & Technical Manager Svitzer ArgentinaAbout the RoleAre you ready to lead operational excellence and technical innovation in one of Argentinas most dynamic maritime environments Svitzer Argentina is seeking an experienced Operations & Technical Manager to drive the performance safety and ...