Commercial Manager

Applications are invited for this exciting position in our head office located on Wellington’s waterfront.  

Reporting to the CEO, Seaworks’ new Commercial Manager may be an experienced Project Manager or Contract Manager looking to step up toward a Senior Management role or an experienced Commercial Manager interested in working on exciting and dynamic projects across the marine industry. We are looking for you to manage the commercial and contractual activities across Seaworks’ vessel fleet and general project operations.  The role and level of responsibility of the position are flexible and will be developed to suit the background and experience of the successful applicant.  Ideally you will have experience working for a contracting-type company and a 10+ year track record of delivering projects, negotiating contracts and agreements, and managing general business functions.  

As well as having a strong affinity for the marine and ocean environment, the successful applicant will have excellent business skills with a demonstrated understanding of contract management and contracting principles.  Your other key attributes and skills will include:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Technically competent with a practical, proactive, honest and friendly personality.

Seaworks provides comprehensive marine services and general offshore vessel operations including: remote operated vehicle (ROV) services, diving support services, hydrographic survey operations, and other marine consulting services. We work with clients involved in the marine sector across a wide range of industries, including submarine cables, aquaculture, offshore energy, hydrographic survey, conservation, environmental survey, film and salvage sectors. Working closely with the Seaworks Senior Management team, core tasks for our new Commercial Manager will include:

• Contract management including drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners across the business.
• Managing external deliverables from the business, including agreements, proposals, tenders, presentations, reports, and invoices, ensuring high standards of presentation and accuracy.
• Management of core business administration tasks.
• Providing effective communication of key contractual aspects to the business and operational teams.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure business and operational compliance with key regulatory bodies.

The successful candidate will have excellent opportunities for further development while working with an experienced operational and management team. Applicants are required to have an existing New Zealand passport or permanent residency, a valid full driver’s licence and to be non-smokers. ‍

Applications
Please contact Ben (ben.hubbard@seaworks.co.nz) to register your interest today and request a position description. Closing date for applications is 5 February 2024 although position may be filled prior for suitable applicant.  Starting date by agreement and salary will be agreed depending on capability and experience.