Head of Marine Operations

Job Introduction

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Marine Operations to join our team at Bateaux London.

As Head of Marine Operations, you will assume accountability for the Captains and Crew, keeping those aboard, and vessels safe at all times, as well as liaising with relevant regulatory bodies and ensuring compliance with maritime law.

Our heritage is built on catering and hospitality experience and fuelled by our passion for exceptional food and service. For over 40 years we have been providing bespoke catering and hospitality services for sports stadia, racecourses, visitor, attractions, historic venues, major events and premium airline lounges. Recognised across the globe for hospitality, we help create exceptional moments at extraordinary events such as Royal Ascot, Tour de France and RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

For more information on the company see Careers in Sports and Leisure

Role Responsibility

• Act as a point of contact for the regulatory bodies in relation to the operations in London and Windsor
• Act as Designated Person Ashore (DPA) as and when required
• Ensure all boats are fully maintained in accordance with all statutory and manufacturer requirements and are safe and fit to sail at all times
• Ensure that all statutory compliance certificates and any other legal or regulatory requirements for each of the vessels, barges, mooring, offices and any other marine assets in the ownership or control of the Company are valid and in place at all times
• Ensure that all captains and crew maintain their BML and have attended/refreshed statutory training requirement as necessary
• Ensure full compliant delivery and performance of contracted services as measured through performance management systems and monthly management information reports
• Ensure the safety management system for the operation is updated as and when required and the operation remains compliant with all legal requirements including but not limited to the DSM Code.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience of working successfully with accrediting and regulatory bodies and implementing associated programs
• Sound knowledge and experience in the marine industry with extensive previous sea experience on the River Thames in London
• Holder of a Boat Master Licence, Tier 1, Level 2, for Category A-D waters including Local Knowledge Endorsements from Putney Bridge to Margaret Ness and Large Passenger Vessel Endorsement
• Good knowledge of maritime regulations and marine industry standards as well as HSEQ practices
• Knowledge of the regulatory bodies requirements for safe and legal operations
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
• Demonstrates sound teamwork, strong interpersonal skills and confident and effective communications skills with the ability to respond positively to customers and external parties in an efficient and effective manner

Package Description

• £50,000 - £55,000
• Bonus
• £1,300 flexible benefit fund

About the Company

In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo employs some 36,000 employees to deliver integrated facilities management services to clients at over 2,000 locations in the energy, corporate, healthcare, education, leisure, defence and justice sectors. With an annual turnover of over £1bn, we provide everything from catering, cleaning and reception to security, laboratory and grounds maintenance services, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

At Sodexo we are committed to a leading role in promoting equality opportunities and valuing diversity and inclusion. We seek to create a work environment based on mutual respect for all individuals, building a culture that appreciates and values the experiences and skills brought by each person to benefit our organisation and work hard to ensure that all people, whatever their race, colour, sex, gender identity  disability, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religion or belief, marital/partnership or family status, sexual orientation, age, social class, educational background, employment status, working pattern, are welcome to and included within our organisation.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

We are building on our support to the Armed Forces community through the development of specific pathways within our recruitment process to  support ex-forces personnel and reservists, those applying for jobs with us who meet the ideal candidate criteria for the role advertised are guaranteed to progress to the selection process.