Boats New Construction Manager

Job ID:41698

Boats New Construction Manager

Lloyds Register

Location: UK Bristol/Various UK WF locations

What were looking for

This is an exciting opportunity to join LRs team specialising in Coded Boats and Small Vessels at the Centre of Expertise in Bristol.

The selected applicant for this role will have the responsibility for managing the certification of new construction small vessels under 24m across the commercial remotely operated unmanned vessel (ROUV) and naval small craft sectors. The key purpose is the provision of technical advice through client liaison and collaboration with builders to ensure that new construction projects are completed in compliance with regulations and coding requirements applicable to the vessel type. You should be able to qualify for UK SC security clearance for this role due to work we undertake in the Naval sector.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to work for an organization that has a deeply rooted sense of purpose is values driven and helps colleagues to develop professionally and personally through our range of people development programmes
• A collaborative working environment where we contribute to our clients effectiveness.
• A permanent full-time role

The role

Key responsibilities of the role:

• To help plan and manage the activity for the certification of new build vessels during construction and through to delivery supporting the client through the complete process.
• To offer authentic specialist support and advice to clients relating to code of practice surveys repairs and alterations.
• Creation and management of work proposals and contracts on behalf of LR.
• To provide support to LR service delivery team operating within the sector.
• The Naval Centre of Expertise office is located in Bristol but this varied role will also offer the opportunity to get out to the waterfront meeting with clients and attending to boat building yards.

What you bring

• You will need to demonstrate solid team working skills sound technical knowledge and good judgement combined with good project management abilities.
• You will act as the primary customer contact for technical matters and issues relating to the regulations and compliance with them also handling queries from Designers Naval Architects Shipyards and Suppliers.
• You will have the full knowledge and experience of the technical team at LR behind you in support as you work to deliver certification of a diverse range of new build craft many with exciting novel technologies onboard.
• The scope of these technologies includes a considerable number of uncrewed ROUVs and vessels with developing levels of Autonomy incorporated.
• Degree qualified engineer however candidates with other qualifications and relevant industrial experience will be considered.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution.
• Knowledge of class statutory or industrial surveys with a working knowledge of international codes and standards applicable to the small and specialised craft sector would be beneficial.
• Prior work in the small and specialized craft sector would be helpful.
• Membership of an appropriate professional institution (I. Eng or equivalent).
• Ability to work in accordance with professional codes of conduct and the LR Code of Ethics in IMS01.
• Good command (written and oral) in the English language using relevant professional terminology.
• Hold or be able to obtain UK SC security clearance due to work we undertake in the Naval sector.

You are someone who

• Is keen to take accountability and ownership for delivering customer needs
• Is able to manage tasks and prioritize them toward meeting goals
• Is effective at solving problems trouble-shooting and making timely decisions
• Is motivated and willing to take initiatives
• Communicates in a structured way and has ability to present technical ideas in user-friendly language
• Displays a team spirit particularly in a multicultural environment
• Responds positively to learning opportunities and is comfortable stepping out of own comfort zone

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About us

We are a leading international technical professional service provider and a leader in classification compliance and consultancy services to the marine and offshore industry a trusted advisor to our customers helping to design construct and operate their assets to the highest levels of safety and performance. We are shaping the industrys future through the development of novel and innovative technology for the next generation of assets while continuing to deliver solutions for our customers every day.

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