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Construction Service Marine Specialist for a major offshore wind developer based in England.
Responsibilities.
- Develop and implement marine management procedures, including vessel coordination, offshore logistics, and safety protocols.
- Ensure compliance with UK maritime regulations, including those set by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), Marine Management Organisation (MMO), The Crown Estate, UK Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ), and Health & Safety Executive (HSE).
- Develop a Marine Coordination Plan for offshore construction and operations, covering vessel tracking, exclusion zones, offshore communications, and emergency response.
- Vessel Selection & Chartering: Define vessel specifications for offshore wind farm operations, conduct vessel suitability assessments, and support vessel procurement.
- Marine Traffic & Navigation Risk Management: Conduct navigational risk assessments (NRAs) and ensure compliance with UK marine traffic regulations.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with port authorities, the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), fisheries representatives, offshore contractors, and environmental agencies.
- Innovative Marine Solutions: Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, reduce carbon footprint, and integrate emerging marine technologies.
Requirements
- Minimum 7-10 years of experience in offshore wind , marine coordination, or offshore oil & gas marine operations.
- Proactive safety mindset, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate
- Team-oriented with excellent collaboration skills
- Strong understanding of marine logistics, vessel coordination, and offshore wind farm construction methods
- Experience working in an international environment, engaging with multinational teams and global stakeholders
- Adaptability and problem-solving skills, able to navigate complex marine operational challenges in dynamic offshore conditions
- Knowledge of Marine Coordination software
- Strong knowledge of UK maritime regulations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences.
