Location: North East England
The Opportunity
Our client, a leading offshore company, is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee the safe, efficient, and technically robust operation of their specialised offshore fleet. This is a senior shore-based role, combining technical fleet management, operational leadership, and strategic oversight, with a clear pathway to Managing Director within 3–4 years.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of a specialised offshore fleet
- Oversee maintenance planning, technical upgrades, budgeting, and compliance with maritime regulations
- Optimise vessel deployment and operational performance in collaboration with engineering, operations, and project teams
- Provide leadership to both offshore and onshore teams
- Travel and flexibility required to meet the dynamic demands of offshore operations
- Strong technical engineering background
- Proven experience in fleet management within the offshore/maritime industry
- Excellent leadership and team management skills
- Strong operational, budgetary, and compliance knowledge
- Ambitious and ready to progress into senior leadership
This is a high-profile, hands-on leadership role offering exposure to complex offshore projects, cutting-edge maritime technology, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on fleet operations. It’s ideal for a technical engineer seeking a career progression into senior management.