Regional Operations Manager - Marine Transportation; Hawaii

Regional Operations Manager - Marine Transportation (Hawaii)

This role offers the opportunity to oversee and optimize regional vessel operations across Hawaii, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence. If you are a seasoned marine professional with a passion for managing teams and delivering top‑tier maritime services, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a growing sector that values safety, teamwork, and innovation.

• Lead and manage regional marine operations and personnel to ensure efficient and safe service delivery.
• Oversee vessel scheduling, utilization, maintenance, and repairs to maximize operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory programs including ISM, SMS, ISO, and VMP standards.
• Manage regional budgets, forecasting, and financial planning to meet organizational objectives.
• Serve as the Regional Qualified Individual and Incident Commander during emergency response situations.
• Represent the company in regulatory discussions, customer relations, and labor negotiations.
• Drive employee development initiatives, performance management, and staff retention strategies to cultivate a motivated and skilled team.

• 15+ years of marine operations experience, including leadership roles in maritime settings.
• Maritime Academy education or relevant college degree preferred.
• U.S. Coast Guard Master or Mate license highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of maritime regulations, vessel operations, and labor agreements.