general manager.

For this General Operations Manager role benefits include:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with a senior operational leadership role
• Direct mandate to shape, hire, and lead a new branch office from day one, backed by an established international holding group.

Key Responsibilities for this General Operations Manager role:

• Fleet Operations & Vessel Readiness: Direct day-to-day fleet management to maximize vessel availability, minimize off-hire time, and ensure vessels operate at peak technical performance.
• Technical & Maintenance Oversight: Oversee planned maintenance systems (PMS), monitor dry-dockings, equipment repairs, and technical troubleshooting in direct collaboration with Fleet Technical Managers and Superintendents. 
• Safety, Class & Regulatory Compliance: Enforce uncompromising adherence to ISM/ISPS codes, ISO/SHEQ standards, Flag State regulations, and Classification Society requirements. Ensure vessels consistently pass Port State Control (PSC) and industry vetting inspections without critical deficiencies. 
• Greenfield Office & Operational Setup: Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs), workflows, and communication routines (such as daily operational meetings and bi-weekly fleet reviews) to build the new Athens branch from the ground up. 
• Cross-Functional Operations Leadership: Coordinate daily shore-side functions supporting the vessels, guiding teams across Technical Fleet, Marine Safety/QMS, Crewing, and Procurement. 
• Crewing & Marine Leadership Governance: Oversee shipboard personnel standards, approving key sea-staff appointments and promotions for senior officers (Masters and Chief Engineers). 
• OPEX & Vendor Management: Drive operational cost-efficiency across vessel repairs, spares, lubricants, and service contractors, scrutinizing operational expenses (OPEX) at the deck-plate level rather than managing corporate finance. 
• External Stakeholder & Port Relations: Act as the primary operational liaison with shipowners, class surveyors, port agents, bunker suppliers, and maritime authorities. 

To be considered for this General Operations Manager role, candidates should have:

• University degree (BSc/MSc) in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Maritime Studies, or a related discipline; sea-going service as a Senior Officer (Master Mariner / Chief Engineer) will be considered a significant asset.
• Excellent command of Greek and English (written and verbal)
• Availability for domestic and international business travel to vessels, shipyards, and corporate headquarters as required. 
• High proficiency in maritime software platforms, Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS), and office productivity suites. 

• Entrepreneurial & Independent Mindset
• Decisive & Pragmatic Leadership
• Coaching & Team Empowerment
• Effective Delegation & Accountability
• Stress Resistance & Improvisation
• Cross-Cultural Communication & Diplomacy
• Advanced Negotiation Skills
• Strategic Planning & Prioritization
• Cost Consciousness
• Stakeholder & Customer Orientation

10+ years of progressive professional experience within the maritime and ship management sector

If you believe your profile could be a good match to this General Operations Manager role, apply online now! 

Have some questions first? Feel free to contact Faye Ntemsia (T. 694 0978161 - E. fntemsia@randstad.gr).  

In compliance with pay transparency and equal treatment obligations (Greek Law 5316/2026 & EU Directive 2023/970), the applicable salary range for this position will be communicated to candidates invited for an assessment interview, prior to its conduction.

Please note that for transparency and equity reasons, only those applications made online via our site will be assessed. After the screening of all the CVs received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. ​ All applications are considered strictly confidential.