We are seeking an experienced Marine Coordinator to oversee and coordinate marine operations for a floating offshore wind project. This role will serve as the key coordination point between vessel operators, ports, fabrication yards, contractors and the project team.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain marine operations schedules covering vessel mobilisation, towing operations, load-outs and port calls.
- Plan marine movements around weather windows, tidal conditions, navigational constraints and port or fjord restrictions.
- Prepare marine procedures, method statements and operational plans in collaboration with marine warranty surveyors and contractors.
- Coordinate tugs, barges, heavy-lift vessels and support vessels with vessel masters and operators.
- Manage berth allocation, quayside access and marine logistics in coordination with ports and fabrication yards.
- Verify vessel documentation, certificates, fitness requirements and charter compliance.
- Ensure vessel suitability in accordance with applicable vetting standards, classification requirements and project specifications.
- Implement and monitor SIMOPS, permit-to-work procedures and marine safety controls during operations.
- Lead marine incident reporting and investigations, ensuring corrective actions are tracked through to closure.
- Maintain accurate, complete and audit-ready marine documentation and operational records.
- Ensure marine activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project schedules and environmental requirements.
Requirements
- 9+ years of experience in marine operations, marine coordination or offshore construction.
- Experience with floating offshore wind projects or towing large offshore structures is highly advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of marine warranty requirements, vessel vetting, classification standards and heavy marine operations.
- Experience coordinating vessel movements, towing operations, load-outs and port activities.
- Understanding of marine risk management, weather-window planning, offshore safety procedures and environmental compliance.
- Valid offshore safety certification and offshore medical certificate.
- Proven leadership and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple contractors in a schedule-critical environment.
- Strong planning, problem-solving, reporting and communication skills.
- Experience working in Norway or the wider North Sea region is advantageous.
- Professional fluency in English required.
- Norwegian language skills are an advantage.