Vice President, Marine Operations

About the Company

Dominating ferry operator

Industry
Maritime

Type
Privately Held

Founded
1960

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

- Service Industry
- Transportation
- Web Services & Apps
- Technology
- Internet
- Maritime

Specialties

- transportation
- ferry service
- travel
- bc travel
- tourism
- marine transportation
- marine safety
- bc vacations
- commercial travel
- and ferry vessels

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Vice President for Marine Operations, a pivotal role that demands a visionary leader with a strong background in marine operations and a passion for safety, people, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic leadership of a large, distributed, and unionized marine workforce, ensuring the safe, reliable, and sustainable delivery of marine operations. This includes executive accountability for leadership effectiveness, succession planning, capability development, and the consistent application of marine operating standards. The role also involves close collaboration with engineering, fleet maintenance,



and other corporate functions to align operational requirements with the company's strategic priorities.

Applicants for the Vice President, Marine Operations position at the company should hold a bachelor's degree, supplemented by a postgraduate degree or equivalent, and possess a Master's License or senior marine certificate. A minimum of 10 years' of senior leadership experience in marine operations, with a robust preference for those with a background in command at sea, is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in setting strategic direction, leading large teams, and delivering results that align with corporate objectives. Key skills include the ability to influence decision-making, foster constructive labor relations, and lead organizational change and innovation. The role demands exceptional analytical, strategic, and business acumen, with a deep understanding of marine operations and the ability to balance operational priorities, risk, and long-term organizational goals.

Hiring Manager Title
President & CEO

Functions

- Operations

📌 Vice President, Marine Operations (Victoria)
🏢 Confidential
📍 Victoria