General Manager- Operations

Core Accountabilities / Responsibilities 1. Operations & Project Delivery Provide executive oversight of all operational activities from project handover to final delivery. Ensure consistent execution of project governance, planning, scheduling, and reporting. Drive on-time, right-first-time delivery across all projects. Resolve cross-functional bottlenecks impacting cost, schedule, or quality. Ensure operational readiness for mobilisations, dry docks, and site works. 2. Supply Chain & Procurement (SCM) Oversee procurement strategy for materials, subcontractors, and logistics. Ensure supply chain resilience, cost control, and timely availability of materials. Approve key vendor selections and contract negotiations. Monitor inventory control, material traceability, and wastage reduction. Align SCM planning closely with production schedules and project timelines. 3. Production & Fabrication Oversee workshop / production operations to ensure efficiency, safety, and quality. Drive productivity, capacity planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure production outputs meet engineering drawings, specifications, and class requirements. Monitor fabrication KPIs, manpower utilisation, and rework rates. Champion lean manufacturing and operational excellence practices. 4. Engineering Design Office (EDO) Provide strategic oversight of the Engineering Design Office. Ensure engineering deliverables are accurate, buildable, and aligned with production and site requirements. Drive timely issuance of drawings, MTOs, and revisions. Ensure effective design change management and coordination with Operations and SCM. Support digitalisation and automation initiatives (e.g. MTO tools, CAD standards). 5. Financial & Commercial Control Own operational cost control and margin protection across projects. Review project budgets, forecasts, and cost-to-complete. Support variation claims, change orders, and commercial risk mitigation. Ensure alignment between operational decisions and financial objectives. 6. Governance, Safety & Compliance Ensure full compliance with ISO, class, client, and statutory requirements. Champion a strong safety culture across operations, production, and sites. Ensure operational discipline through SOPs, work instructions, and audits. Act as a key contributor during external audits and client inspections. 7. Leadership & People Development Build and lead a high-performing, accountable operations leadership team. Set clear performance expectations and operational KPIs. Develop succession plans and capability within Operations, SCM, Production, and EDO. Foster cross-department collaboration and execution discipline. Requirements & Qualifications Degree in Engineering, Naval Architecture, Industrial Engineering, or related field. Strong background in marine interiors, shipyard, offshore, or project-based fabrication Minimum 15–20 years of operations leadership experience. Proven experience in marine interiors, shipyard, offshore, or project-based fabrication environments. Demonstrated leadership across Operations, Production, SCM, and Engineering. Strong background in managing complex, fast-track projects with multiple stakeholders. Skills & Competencies: Strong operational and commercial acumen Decisive, structured, and execution-focused leadership Excellent cross-functional coordination skills High accountability and governance mindset Ability to scale operations and drive continuous improvement