This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a strategically critical, asset‑intensive marine business at the heart of Heidelberg Materials UK
As Managing Director Marine, you will lead a highly visible and strategically critical division, shaping commercial success while championing fleet performance, safety excellence and sustainability transformation. With full P&L ownership and statutory Director accountability, the role provides exceptional scope, authority and influence.
This is a critical leadership role responsible for shore‑based and ship‑based operations, commercial performance, marine fleet efficiency, and long‑term business sustainability. The role operates as a statutory Director and works closely with UK and Group leadership to deliver the marine strategy.
Direct Reports:
Marine Operations Manager & Deputy CSO
Fleet Technical Operations Manager
Senior Finance Manager
Commercial & Logistics Manager
Marine Resources Strategy Manager
17 shore‑based staff (Southampton)
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and develop the Marine senior leadership team to deliver performance objectives
Define and deliver a five‑year operating plan aligned to the UK and national business strategy
Provide clear leadership, direction and succession planning across the Marine organisation
Act as a key member of the UK senior leadership community
Health, Safety & Wellbeing
Hold full accountability for Health & Safety across all shore and vessel operations
Deliver best‑in‑class safety performance aligned to Heidelberg Materials' Health & Safety Plan
Drive continuous improvement culture across marine and office‑based operations
Commercial & Financial Performance
Full P&L responsibility for the Marine Division
Lead customer and market strategy to optimise shipping capacity, market share and margin
Manage working capital, debt exposure and commercial risk
Set, manage and forecast annual budgets; ensure strong financial controls and reporting
Operational & Fleet Management
Accountable for all marine fleet operations, production efficiency and cost control
Drive continuous operational improvement and productivity across the fleet
Ensure optimal resource planning and asset availability
Oversee quality performance in collaboration with technical functions
Environmental & Sustainability
Deliver environmental objectives aligned to the Environmental Management Plan
Lead fleet decarbonisation initiatives and associated investment projects
Manage marine ETS compliance and stakeholder engagement
Compliance & Governance
Fulfil statutory duties as a Company Director
Ensure full compliance with all legal, regulatory and company obligations
Maintain high standards of governance, audit, and risk management
Investment & Capex
Evaluate, develop and submit capital investment proposals
Accountable for delivery, control and post‑investment performance review