Job Title: Contract Manager - Marine Operations (12-Month Contract)
Location: Pasir Gudang, Malaysia
Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Overview

An established international marine operations company is seeking a Contract Manager to lead the Contract Management Unit, overseeing all pre-award and post-award contractual activities for marine repair projects. This critical role combines legal, commercial, operational, and risk management responsibilities to safeguard company interests and support successful project delivery in a highly dynamic and multi-cultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

Contract Implementation & Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with maritime regulations, industry standards, contractual obligations, and company policies.

• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and best practices to mitigate legal, reputational, and operational risks.

Pre-Award Contract Strategy

• Develop pre-award strategies to secure favourable contractual terms, addressing risk exposure and protecting company interests.

• Review and negotiate contract terms including company standard terms, BIMCO Repaircon, and client-specific terms and conditions.

Risk Management

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with contracts, including operational disruptions, financial liabilities, and compliance breaches.

• Implement proactive risk management strategies aligned with company objectives.

Contract Administration

• Oversee full contract lifecycle management including drafting, negotiation, execution, amendments, renewals, and closure.

• Ensure accurate and organised contract documentation and reporting.

Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise effectively with internal teams (operations, finance, legal, project management) to ensure alignment on contractual matters.

• Engage constructively with external clients, subcontractors, and third parties to facilitate contract execution and issue resolution.

Legal Advisory & Dispute Resolution

• Support legal teams (internal and external) on contractual disputes, negotiations, and legal proceedings to protect company interests.

• Advise project management teams on contractual disputes to ensure timely resolution while maintaining client relationships.

Warranty & Project Closure

• Manage project warranties and oversee proper closure of project contractual obligations.

• Advise management on potential risks identified during warranty periods.

Manpower Development

• Establish capability-building initiatives to ensure the team is equipped to meet current and future project demands.

• Support a positive, motivated, and ethical workplace culture across a diverse and international workforce.

Documentation & Control

• Implement effective document control systems ensuring all project records are organised and readily available for audits and project closeouts.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across contract management processes, systems, and tools to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accountability.

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

• Ensure strict adherence to company HSE policies and foster a safety-first culture across operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Engineering, or equivalent discipline.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Marine Repair Contract Management and Operations Management.

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and dispute resolution skills.

• Comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations, contract law, and commercial risk management.

• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder contracts in high-pressure environments.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to foster positive relationships across multi-national and cross-cultural teams.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be authorised to work in Malaysia.

• This role requires the ability to manage diverse contracts and balance operational challenges while maintaining strong workforce engagement and integrity.