Vessel Manager UK (CTVs)

• Location(s):
• Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd., Swindon / Remote / Hybrid

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Operations & Maintenance

The Marine Fleet Management team is looking for a Marine Expert in CTVs.

The Marine Fleet management team, as part of the wider Marine and Logistics team, is responsible for the holistic fleet management of CTVs and SOVs across RWE’s operational windfarms (O&M).

This involves conducting technical performance monitoring of vessels and suppliers at a fleet level, defining standards, improving the technical capability of the fleet on charter, and providing strategic input into logistic solutions for future sites.

As part of the Marine Fleet management team, you will be responsible for providing expert support and subject matter expertise for all aspects of CTVs across RWE’s operational sites.

You will oversee the technical aspects of CTV contracts including the development of technical standards and specifications, vessel and supplier audits, and performance monitoring from a fleet-wide perspective.

Your tasks:

• Contribute to the operational, health and safety, financial, and strategic performance of RWE’s offshore wind fleet, Supporting RWE's net zero targets and vessel decarbonisation initiatives
• Actively manage marine contracts through regular meetings and KPI reviews. Maintain vessel history records and report on vessel performance, supplier quality, and HSE performance
• Oversee the technical aspects of the procurement process acting as project manager and supporting the tender processes and negotiations
• Coordinate CTV mobilisation, inspection, and delivery at operational sites as required and ensure standards are maintained through ongoing inspections
• Support operational sites as a centre of competence regarding CTVs and marine operations, assisting sites with Marine Assurance topics as required
• Manage projects from inception to implementation. Prepare contract technical specifications and provide contract management and site supervision as necessary
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with all operational sites, vessel suppliers, and industry bodies
• Facilitate continuous improvement by identifying and implementing industry best practices, incorporating changes to working methods, and adopting technical developments to enhance the safety and performance of the vessels
• Contribute to the identification and appropriate management of Marine and Logistical risks

Your profile:

• Several years' relevant experience as a Vessel Manager/DPA/Superintendent or a seagoing background along with significant experience in offshore renewables
• Extensive knowledge of CTVs- designs, propulsion, capabilities, and performance
• Experience of vessel inspections and inspection documentation such as IMCA, CMID and MISW
• Experience of vessels contracts and BIMCO formats
• Knowledge of class rules, BIMCO, offshore wind best practice
• NEBOSH/IOSH/Incident investigation qualification is an advantage
• Fluent in the English language
• Advanced communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplined team
• Structured thinking, proven ability to develop methods and procedures
• Willingness to travel (UK/CE) and willingness to work offshore for short periods

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RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.

RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE’s youngest subsidiary and one of the world’s leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition – and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.