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Job Description

Are you ready to lead a dynamic maritime technology organisation, shaping its future as a global leader in vessel IT solutions?

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Managing Director to lead a growing maritime technology organisation. This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership, operational oversight, and driving the company through a critical integration phase. The MD will ensure continuity, align organisational culture, and lay the foundation for sustainable growth, innovation, and global market expansion. The position reports directly to a board representing the company’s shareholders and carries authority within agreed budgets and governance structures.
  
Responsibilities

Integration & Operational Continuity
  • Lead and implement a comprehensive merger plan, unifying structures, processes, and technologies.
  • Retain key personnel and institutional knowledge to ensure stability during transition.
  • Oversee the integration of legacy systems, ensuring minimal disruption to vessel operations.
  • Establish KPIs to monitor performance, including uptime, incident response, crew satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain clear communication with stakeholders throughout the integration process.
Strategic Leadership 
  • Define and communicate the organization’s long-term vision, mission, and strategic objectives.
  • Cultivate a high-performance, collaborative culture across offices and teams.
  • Represent the company externally to clients, regulators, partners, and shareholders.
Product & Service Development
  • Drive the evolution and deployment of core infrastructure solutions for modern and legacy vessels.
  • Standardize service offerings to simplify delivery, phase out redundant solutions, and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Promote automation and digital transformation across operations.
  • Sustainable revenue and profitability growth.
Growth Enablement & Innovation
  • Identify and pursue new markets, partnerships, and business opportunities.
  • Develop scalable models for future mergers, acquisitions, and global deployment.
  • Champion innovative approaches to service delivery and operational management.
  • High employee engagement and cultural alignment.
People & Capability Development
  • Build and lead a high-performing leadership team.
  • Assess and address technical, operational, and commercial skill gaps across offices.
  • Foster cross-office collaboration, shared standards, and a culture of continuous improvement and resilience.
Governance, Risk & Stakeholder Management
  • Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
  • Implement robust governance, risk management, and reporting frameworks.
  • Maintain strong relationships with shareholders and stakeholders through transparent, regular reporting.
  
Requirements
  • Extensive experience in maritime operations, vessel IT, or digital transformation.
  • 15+ years of progressive leadership, including executive-level experience in maritime, technology, or shipping sectors.
  • Proven success in leading organisational integrations, cultural transformations, and large-scale change initiatives.
  • Proficiency in digital technologies, automation, and operational performance metrics.
  • Strong international business acumen and experience at senior management level.
  • Strategic vision, results-oriented mindset, and ability to align business strategies with operational goals.
  • Excellent organisational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
  • Outstanding leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages are advantageous.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Maritime Studies, IT, or related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
  
What’s on Offer
  • Opportunity to lead a high-profile, maritime technology organisation.
  • Significant strategic influence over global operations and market positioning.
  • Chance to drive innovation, digital transformation, and growth in an emerging sector.
  • Competitive executive package and shareholder-supported long-term strategy.
  • Collaborative and international work environment with a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.