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Mars UK • London, London, United Kingdom

Global Marine Operations Manager

Salary:  £75,000 – £92,000 per annum

Job Description

Job Description:

Global Marine Operations Manager

Location: Can be based in any Mars Europe Site

Salary: £75,000- £92,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Travel: Between 25-50% for up to 6-week periods

Mars Sustainable Solutions is dedicated to creating a sustainable future through innovative marine operations. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Global Marine Operations Manager to lead our coral restoration initiatives and contribute to our mission of environmental stewardship. At Mars Sustainable Solutions, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on global marine conservation efforts.

Join us in our mission to enhance restoration capacity and create a sustainable future for our oceans.

What are we looking for?

  • Advanced scuba diving qualification (PADI Dive Master or equivalent).

  • Experience managing remote operations and global teams.

  • Strong line management and project management skills.

  • Proven experience in corporate environments.

  • Familiarity with coral restoration approaches, including MARRS training.

  • Experience in external partner management and budgeting.

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Actively participate in the Mars Sustainable Solutions Leadership team, contributing to strategic discussions and organizational reviews.

  • Provide operational support to team members and oversee coral restoration operations across multiple countries.

  • Lead multi-site teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment with global restoration targets.

  • Develop and manage operational budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation.

  • Monitor compliance with environmental, safety, and ethical standards across all operations.

  • Implement systems to track restoration progress and provide insights to senior leadership.

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

  • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

  • Access Rover, Mars UK’s new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Sabbaticals
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
24 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Bank holiday swaps
Shared parental leave
Adoption leave
Family health insurance
Pregnancy support
Neo-natal leave
Faith rooms
Meditation space
Dog friendly office
Dog friendly co-working space
Annual bonus
Employee discounts
Cinema discounts
Referral bonus
Joining bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
LinkedIn learning license
Studying sabbaticals
Open to part time work for some roles

Working at Mars UK

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4,000 In the UK

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