VESSEL REFIT PROJECT MANAGER
REPORTING LINE / JOB CONTEXT
Reports directly to the Operations Director. Leads the complete interior refurbishment of a 200-room accommodation vessel at Tema Shipyard, overseeing all planning, coordination and execution activities in a high coactivity ship repair environment.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the full planning, execution and delivery of the 200-room accommodation vessel interior refurbishment project from mobilization to handover
- Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, resource allocation and execution strategies
- Oversee all refurbishment works including cabins, sanitary systems, HVAC, electrical, mechanical, flooring, ceilings and outfftting activities
- Coordinate multidisciplinary contractors, subcontractors and shipyard teams in a high coactivity environment
- Ensure compliance with maritime standards, quality specifications and HSE regulations throughout the project
- Manage procurement, material delivery, inventory and quality control of supplied equipment
- Conduct regular progress monitoring, risk management, stakeholder reporting and issue resolution
- Ensure successful project testing, inspections, documentation and final handover to client satisfaction
CANDIDATE PROFILE
. Education: Degree or Diploma in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Project Management or a related technical discipline.
. Professional Experience: Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience in vessel refits, ship repait, shipyard operations, marine accommodation projects or large-scale interior refurbishments. Proven experience managing full refit projects with multidisciplinary teams is essential.
Technical Skills
. Strong project planning, scheduling and execution in shipyard/refit environments
. Knowledge of shipboard accommodation systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, interiors, fire safety)
. Contractor coordination and interface management in high coactivity settings
· Budget management and cost control
. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and marine specifications
. Procurement and materials management for marine refurbishment projects
. Behavioral Competencies / Soft Skills
. Strong leadership and team coordination skils
. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
. Clear communication and stakeholder management ablities
. Highly organised with strong attention to detail
. Proactive and results-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment
. Other Requirements
. Full professional proficiency in English is required; knowledge of an additional language is appreciated
. Preferred certifications: PMP, HSE, STCW Basic Safety Training or equivalent marine/shipyard safety training
. Willingness to work primarily onboard the vessel at Tema Shipyard with possible extended hours
JOB CONDITIONS
Location: Tema Shipyard (primarily based onboard the vessel)
Employment Type: Contract / Full-Time (Project-Based)
SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO
anita.tamakloe+1234@nav-marine.com
Please include your CV/Resume
Highlight relevant experience
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted