Director of Fleet Operations, Canada

Spinnaker Global is working with a large transportation company, in search of an experienced Director of Fleet Operations to join them in Canada.

In this position you will be responsible for managing the fleet of Container and Ro-Ro vessels, ensuring they are operated to the highest level to maximise cost effectiveness and safety standards. You will be managing the department, overseeing the preparation of the budget and maintenance schedules including dry dockings, contract negotiations and construction programmes.

As you will be leading the ship management department, it is essential for this role you have strong leadership and communication skills to manage a team cover a variety of aspects.

You will need to have experience sailing up to the rank of Chief Engineer or Master Mariner, as well as having held a senior shore based vessel management role with Container and Ro-Ro vessels. French speaking would be an advantage.