Catherine Kelly Services Limited - A newly formed ship repair, maintenance, fabrication and integration yard in West Africa, is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Chief Operations Officer
Location: Nigeria
Line Manager: Reports to Chief Executive Officer
Overview
A newly formed ship repair, maintenance, fabrication and integration yard in West Africa requires a Chief Operating Officer.
The Manager’s main responsibilities will include assisting in setting up the Company’s operations, leading and guiding the operational teams and assisting in marketing to clients. The COO will also be responsible for coordinating the activities of setting-up the yard with a new management team.
The maximum capacity of the Yard is 1,000 ton / month and the infrastructure and facilities are all first class.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the overall company operations and day to day repairs and fabrication activities
Implement and maintain international standards such as ASTM, ASME, ANSI, API etc., governing all aspects of work in the Yard as well as the certification and handling of production machinery, equipment and machine tools.
Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
Establish policies that promote company culture and vision
Oversee daily operations of the company and the work of executives (IT, Marketing, Sales, Finance etc.)
Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics
Write and submit reports to the CEO in all matters of importance
Assist CEO in fundraising ventures
Participate in expansion activities (investments, acquisitions, corporate alliances etc.)
Manage relationships with partners/vendors Consistently motivate, train and develop employees at the Company.
Qualifications, Experience and Personal Attributes
Qualifications:
B.Sc or BE or B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Production
Engineering or Industrial Engineering plus an MBA or Post-Graduate degree (preferable)
Relevant Professional Qualification
Additional education may include specialized training, professional certifications, workshops and seminars relevant to industry.
Experience:
At least 15 years’ experience working in a Supervisor role for a leading offshore steel fabrication and engineering Company.
Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
Able to take a long-term view.
Capable of problem solving, decision making and failure analysis.
Experience in implementing and overseeing the application of HR, Finance, Operations and Strategic Management in the day to day business.
Experience in fundraising
Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Dynamics
Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving A self-motivated leader & a team player.
Familiar with modern production technologies and prepared to learn and master new technologies and concepts, with a track record of having remained fully abreast of the new developments in the industry over the last 15 years.
Exceptional inter-personal & communication skills (both verbal & written), including negotiating, persuasive and presentation skills.
Excellent marketing skills and business sense for achieving results.
Skills in dealing with and developing potential clients from international Oil Companies, to industrial manufacturers.