Marine Manager

It's more than a job

In an administrative role at Kuehne+Nagel, tasks such as managing office operations or coordinating schedules certainly contribute to your team's success, but they also provide meaningful moments for people around the world. Because your attention to detail supports your colleagues to perform at their best, such as ensuring the timely and seamless transport of hearing aids and advanced medical devices that change lives. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work contributes to more than we imagine.

The National Marine Manager will provide technical leadership and oversee marine operations for complex project logistics activities in the Oil & Gas industry. The role is responsible for ensuring safe, compliant and efficient marine transportation, with particular focus on project cargo, vessel readiness, cargo operations, and coordination with customers and operational partners.

How you create impact

• Lead marine transportation activities involving project cargo, breakbulk, containerised cargo and Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) cargo.
• Oversee the planning and execution of marine operations using Landing Craft Tank (LCT) and Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) vessels.
• Assess vessel suitability and readiness, and coordinate vessel inspections, vetting, approvals, certification, maintenance and operational compliance.
• Coordinate loading and discharge operations, cargo stowage, lifting and lashing arrangements, vessel stability requirements and operational handovers.
• Oversee voyage planning, vessel schedules, weather and sea-state considerations, vessel position updates and performance against operational requirements.
• Coordinate with vessel owners, port and terminal operators, cargo teams and other stakeholders to support smooth and timely marine operations.
• Ensure marine activities comply with applicable maritime regulations, port and terminal requirements, safety standards and environmental procedures.
• Identify operational risks, investigate issues and implement appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
• Support emergency preparedness, incident response planning and continuous improvement of marine operating procedures.
• Provide marine operational expertise for complex Oil & Gas projects, including LNG-related operations.
• Plan and oversee marine transportation activities in line with project requirements, cargo characteristics and operational constraints.
• Work collaboratively with project, engineering, HSE and logistics teams to manage marine interfaces and resolve operational challenges.
• Monitor marine operational performance, vessel utilisation, schedules, risks and service delivery.
• Prepare regular operational updates and highlight issues, improvement opportunities and mitigation plans to relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain practical operating procedures, communication protocols and handover processes.
• Build effective working relationships with customers, vessel owners, port authorities, terminal operators and project teams.
• Coordinate across internal and external stakeholders to align operational plans, requirements and timelines.
• Lead, coach and develop the marine team, setting clear expectations and promoting accountability and collaboration.
• Support workforce planning, performance management, knowledge sharing and capability development.
• Demonstrate visible safety leadership and promote a strong safety-first culture.
• Challenge unsafe acts and conditions, and ensure marine operations are conducted in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements.
  
  

What we would like you to bring

• Degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 15 years of experience in marine operations, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry, including substantial experience in a senior leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated experience in project cargo, breakbulk, containerised cargo and RoRo transportation.
• Hands-on experience with LCT and/or MPV vessels.
• Strong experience supporting Oil & Gas projects and LNG-related operations.
• Strong knowledge of vessel vetting and assurance, chartering, marine operations, cargo handling, vessel stability, lifting and lashing requirements, and voyage planning.
• Sound understanding of maritime regulations, port and terminal requirements, vessel safety, environmental protection and emergency preparedness.
• Ability to assess operational risks, solve problems and make sound decisions in complex project environments.
• Relevant maritime safety certifications, such as OPITO BOSIET or K3 MIGAS, are an advantage.
• Proficiency in English; Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel and work at project sites as required.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent planning, coordination and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and commitment to safe, high-quality operational delivery.
• Ability to work effectively across teams, cultures and locations.
  
  

What's in it for you

• Lead high-impact marine operations supporting major energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects.
• Work at the forefront of complex project logistics and marine execution, with significant operational responsibility.
• Collaborate with international clients, project teams, marine partners, and industry experts.
  
  

Who are we

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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