Offshore Operations Manager (f/m/d)

Hørsholm, Capital Region of Denmark, DenmarkTKMS MARIDAN ApS


Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:Hybrid
Job field:Engineering & Science
Status:Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible
Posting date:2025/12/09
Job number:DE_TKMS00348
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Your responsibilities

As Offshore Operations Manager (OOM), you are the operational counterpart to the Project Manager and hold direct responsibility for all operational and survey-related decisions throughout the lifecycle of offshore projects. You ensure that all offshore survey missions with uncrewed platforms are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project requirements and company procedures.

Operational Leadership

  • Act as the operational lead for all offshore survey missions involving uncrewed systems such as AUV, USV, ROV, and UAV
  • Supervise the Remote Operations Center (ROC) and ensure effective online control and communication
  • Maintain efficient information flow between onshore departments (Head of Engineering, Technical, and Project Management) and vessel teams (Party Chief, ELO, SLO)
  • Coordinate with the Technical / Mobilization Department for the preparation, mobilization, and demobilization of vessels and systems
  • Ensure that all operations comply with project-specific requirements, internal procedures, and HSE standards

Operational Planning & Quality Control

  • Prepare and verify operational documentation, including:
    • Project Execution Plans (PEP)
    • Survey Line Plans and Line Documentation (in coordination with PC, HSE, Survey Lead)
    • Survey Reports (Online Log, E-Log, Daily Progress Reports)
    • Ship Plan and operational work instructions
  • Conduct real-time online quality control, ensuring data flow, parameter accuracy, and charting deliverables meet specifications
  • Capture and document lessons learned to support continuous improvement across operations

Technical Support & System Integration

  • Support the engineering and technical teams in planning and implementing system modifications or sensor integrations required for specific projects
  • Apply your survey expertise to ensure proper sensor alignment, calibration, and data integrity across platforms
  • Act as a bridge between operations and engineering, ensuring that new or modified systems meet both technical and operational needs

Your profile

  • Your Profile
    • Proven experience in offshore operations, survey coordination, or field management
    • Solid understanding of offshore survey systems and uncrewed technologies (AUV, USV, ROV, UAV)
    • High technical knowledge and the ability to analyze, understand, and adapt complex systems
    • Experience working in an operational leadership role within survey or subsea operations
    • Sound understanding of HSE, operational procedures, and quality assurance in offshore environments
  • Education & Qualifications
    • Background as a surveyor or comparable offshore technical discipline is a strong advantage
    • Valid driver’s license required
    • Additional HSE or offshore operational training is a plus

  • Soft Skills & Tools
    • Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across technical and operational teams
    • Fluent in English (spoken and written); Danish is an advantage
    • Willingness to travel and participate in offshore mobilizations when required

Your benefits

  • Training & Development: Extensive learning and development opportunities, both in-person and digital.
  • Working Hours: A 35-hour workweek in Germany and 37-hours workweek in Denmark, flexible shifts, remote work options - and overtime compensation.
  • Vacation: 30 days of annual leave
  • Health as a Foundation: We invest in your well-being with comprehensive health management and promote corporate fitness.
  • Work-Life Balance: Family-friendly working hours help you balance family and career.
  • Starting Together: We ensure you feel comfortable and supported from day one with an optimal onboarding program to prepare you for your new role.
  • Living Our Culture: We work as a team - with respect, trust, and responsibility. Our culture is characterized by openness, reliability, and the shared goal of creating safety.

Contact

Thomas Becker
Talent Acquisition & Experience Partner

Important to us

Health and Wellness

Safety & Health

The health of our employees is our top priority. We set standards for safe working conditions.

The health of our employees is our top priority. We set standards for safe working conditions.

Compensation and Salary

Fair compensation & retirement provision

We offer fair salaries and support retirement savings to value our employees in the long term.

We offer fair salaries and support retirement savings to value our employees in the long term.

Diversity and Inclusion

Collegiality & Diversity

We promote a strong team spirit and an open culture where diversity is welcome.

We promote a strong team spirit and an open culture where diversity is welcome.

Professional Development

Development & Growth

We invest in the training of our employees so that they can develop professionally and personally.

We invest in the training of our employees so that they can develop professionally and personally.

Work-Life Balance

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

We enable flexible work models so that our employees can balance work and private life well.

We enable flexible work models so that our employees can balance work and private life well.

Creative and Innovation

Creative freedom & culture of mistakes

An environment that encourages initiative and views mistakes as learning opportunities is innovative and motivating.

An environment that encourages initiative and views mistakes as learning opportunities is innovative and motivating.

Sustainability and Environment

Sustainability

We act responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future.

We act responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future.

Onboarding and Training

Individual Onboarding

An individualized onboarding ensures a successful start and quick integration of new colleagues.

An individualized onboarding ensures a successful start and quick integration of new colleagues.

We value diversity

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, and identity.

Company

TKMS MARIDAN ApS is a leading offshore survey & technology company specialized in UXO Survey, Seismic Survey, AUV Operations, and the protection of critical subsea infrastructure.
As part of the TKMS Group, we combine defence-grade reliability with commercial offshore expertise, supporting clients across Europe in ensuring safe, resilient, and high-quality seabed operations.

From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

Step 1

Submit application

Have you found your dream job? Then apply directly online through our job portal. You will receive an immediate confirmation of receipt – also check your spam folder.

Step 2

Review of your documents

Our recruiting team carefully reviews your application. Please give us some time – you will definitely receive feedback.

Step 3

Selection process

You have convinced us? Then we invite you to an aptitude test or a comparable selection procedure. Show us what you are capable of – we are looking forward to seeing you.

Step 4

Assessment test (depending on profession)

For some vocational training occupations and dual study programs, an additional test is required. You will be informed in good time and receive all the information you need.

Step 5

Personal conversation

If everything goes well, we will invite you to a job interview. Here we will get to know each other better – and you will learn everything about your possible entry at TKMS.

Notes on application

In no time, you have submitted your online application to TKMS. As long as the job advertisement is posted on our career page, you can apply.

We conduct the interviews online or on-site. You will receive detailed information during the application process.

For more information about TKMS, our products, and locations, you can find it directly on our company website.

We wish you good luck with your application!

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