Maritime Operations Delivery Manager

At SeaLink, we believe in connection and teamwork. People come and stay at SeaLink – because of “one boat, one team” we might have all arrived on different ships, but we are all on the same boat together, working towards a common goal.

About the role:

As the Maritime Operations Delivery Manager, you’ll report to the Group Manager – Maritime Operations and play a pivotal role in shaping how our fleet operates – not through technical oversight, but by supporting a culture of professionalism, accountability and pride across our maritime crew.

You will be a passionate maritime professional who is excited by the opportunity of upholding SeaLink as an exemplar of industry best practice in New Zealand 

Regularly working on vessels as an operational crew member, you’ll foster collaboration, encourage open dialogue, and role-model behaviours that ensure safety, reliability, and customer trust remain at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll be a visible and hands-on leader, with the ability to build strong relationships with our crew, colleagues and external stakeholders.

Key accountabilities include:

• Have responsibility for the management of the entire fleet of vessels (passenger and car ferries) as it relates to day-to-day operations.
• Take the lead in addressing challenges, guiding teams calmly and effectively through incidents, service disruptions or unexpected issues.
• Support and coach crew in their development, ensuring performance standards are consistent, credible and fair.
• Communicate with required key customers including AT
• Maintain active working relationships with key stakeholders such as the Harbourmaster’s office and MNZ

To be successful in this role, you will have the following skills, knowledge and qualifications:

• Strong, proven leadership experience, with the ability to inspire, coach and influence people at all levels.
• A tertiary qualification or equivalent industry experience
• 5 years experience in the maritime industry
• A collaborative mindset, with a natural ability to build relationships and foster teamwork
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage confidently with crew, colleagues, and     external stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage change and drive continuous improvements in a constructive way
• A genuine commitment to health, safety and creating a positive workplace culture
• The ability and willingness to travel to various sites

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive remuneration
• The opportunity to work for a company who cares about their people
• Opportunity to work with like-minded, passionate individuals
• Awesome travel benefits via our vessels to Waiheke and Great Barrier Island
• Birthday leave- A paid day off to celebrate your birthday!
• Health Insurance
• Health and Wellbeing programme

If this role sounds like the opportunity you're looking for please submit your CV and a cover letter, specifically addressing the above skills and experience.

A position description can be provided upon request.

SeaLink has a strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the well-being of our people. Successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test and criminal record check. All applicants will be required to provide proof of their qualifications and eligibility to work in New Zealand.