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This strategic leadership role requires a proactive approach to achieving operational and commercial excellence, driving cost efficiency, and fostering a culture of safety, compliance and collaboration. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">You will lead the operational management of the bulk fleet, ensuring seamless coordination, exceptional performance, and strong relationships with Charterers. A central part of this role involves managing and mentoring a high-performing team, supporting their growth and collective success through effective coaching and guidance.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">As a key member of our General Fleet Manager team, you will be responsible for aligning fleet operations with the company’s strategic objectives, and all applicable industry regulations and best practices.  This is an exciting and fulfilling opportunity to shape the role as we propel Zodiac Maritime into the future. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #002060; font-size: 12.0pt;\"> </span></strong></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: rgb(255, 72, 25); font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;\">Key responsibilities and primary deliverables </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-weight: bold;\">Marine Operations</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of all vessels under your management, adhering to company policies, international regulations, industry standards, and Charter Party terms. </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"></span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Provide expert advice on navigation, cargo operations, stowage, and mooring to support optimal fleet performance.  </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"></span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Guide Masters through Operations Managers, ensuring voyage instructions, Charter Party terms, and any special instructions are clearly communicated and understood. </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"></span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Monitor and drive fleet performance through ongoing assessment, implementation of best practices, and alignment with company objectives.  </span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"></span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Oversee inspections, ensuring timely and effective responses to regulatory authorities and charterers. </span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Support incident and management response efforts in collaboration with relevant functional teams.</span></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"color: rgb(52, 73, 94); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;\">Collaborate with crewing teams to ensure that vessels are manned with skilled and well-trained personnel.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; 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