(Senior) Project Manager Team Lead Operations

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About Damen Services
Damen Services supports customers worldwide with maintenance repair and lifecycle services for Damen vessels and maritime solutions. With a global network of service hubs and partners Damen delivers reliable efficient and high-quality services throughout the vessel lifecycle.
The Service Hub Middle East plays a key role in supporting regional operations and driving operational excellence across projects and service delivery.

Role Overview
The (Senior) Project Manager / Team Lead Operations combines hands-on project execution with operational team leadership.

In this hybrid role the individual is responsible for:
Successfully delivering one or more projects (direct contribution) and
Supporting the Service Hub Manager in leading and developing the

Operations team.
The role requires a strong balance between execution leadership and operational oversight ensuring both project performance and team effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities
1. Project Management (Primary Responsibility)
Lead and deliver multiple service and/or repair projects within scope budget and schedule
Act as primary point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders
Ensure effective planning procurement logistics and execution coordination
Manage project risks and ensure timely escalation where required
Maintain commercial control including cost tracking and margin protection
Ensure compliance with Damen processes HSEQ standards and contractual obligations

2. Team Lead Operations (Part-time Role)
Supporting the Service Hub Manager the role includes:

Team Leadership
Act as team lead for the Operations team (Project Managers and Project Engineers)
Provide day-to-day guidance and ensure alignment across operational activities

Team Development
Drive continuous development of the Operations team (skills knowledge and leadership capabilities)
Coach team members on project execution stakeholder management and ownership

Capacity & Resource Planning
Manage and optimize capacity planning across the Operations team
Ensure efficient allocation of resources across projects and priorities
Operational Execution & Cadence
Support daily and weekly operational rhythm (meetings follow-ups action tracking)
Ensure actions are clearly defined monitored and closed
Escalation & Governance
Act as first-line escalation point for operational issues within Area 3
Ensure adherence to operational governance processes and reporting standards

Requirements
Minimum 510 years of experience in project management within maritime offshore or technical services
Proven track record in delivering complex service or repair projects
Experience in leading teams or acting in a coordination/lead role

Skills & Competencies
Strong project management and organizational skills
Leadership capability with a hands-on pragmatic approach
Ability to balance operational oversight with direct project execution
Strong stakeholder management (internal and external)
Commercial awareness and cost control mindset
Structured process-driven and solution-oriented

Education
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Maritime or related field

What Damen Offers
A challenging hybrid role combining execution and leadership
International working environment within a global maritime organization
Opportunities for professional and leadership development
Exposure to complex and high-impact projects
A collaborative entrepreneurial and performance-driven culture

Interested in joining Damen and contributing to operational excellence in the Middle East Apply via the Damen careers platform.

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