Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….

People.    

Planet.      

Product.

Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world. 

Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us. If you want to learn about how you can #FindYourMotive with us, head to our join us page, here.

About the role: 

Location: Aberdeen, UK

Hours: Full-Time

The Project Delivery Manager is responsible for leading the successful execution of all UK Certification and Inspection projects. The role encompasses personnel management and full project lifecycle management, including planning, scheduling, financial oversight and contractual and commercial governance. The Delivery Manager ensures operational excellence through effective leadership of the Certification and Inspection division’s Projects team.

This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of high-impact projects while developing your leadership, commercial, and operational expertise within a supportive and collaborative team. You’ll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, work alongside experienced professionals, and play a key role in driving the success and growth of our Certification & Inspection division. 

About the team:

As a part of our Certification & Inspection team, you’ll become part of a small, hardworking, and skilled team who are used to working collaboratively and to high standards. You'll be supported by our C&I Division manager and Operations teams in Kintore, who care deeply about what they do & the impact they have on the services we provide. 

And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.

Responsibilities:

People

• Adopt and promote the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensure their use is embedded throughout day-to-day tasks and decision making.
• Provide regular updates to the Certification and Inspection Division Manager on Project Status, Risks & Performance Metrics.
• Focus on personal leadership and effective performance management for direct reports and the wider team, fostering a positive coaching culture.
• Work closely with all stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and coordination across departments
• Carry out 321 Personal Development Plans with direct line reports. 
• Facilitate onboarding, training and development of team members. 
• Ensure the delivery team are compliant with internal policies, procedures and external regulations. 

Planet 

• Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate environmental and social risks throughout project, such as potential pollution, waste generation, or negative community impact.
• Build strong relationships with clients prioritising sustainability, positioning the company as a trusted green partner.

Product

• Ensure the Delivery Team work with clients to develop customised, sustainable solutions that meet their operational needs.
• Support operational planning and execution to ensure consistent delivery standards, allocating resources effectively to meet project timelines and operational demands.
• Drive and implement process improvements to maximise operational efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with the Leadership Team to embed consistent processes, systems and performance improvement initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of UK C&I projects, ensuring alignment with company standards and client expectations.
• Oversee the project financials, ensuring profitability and cost control, reporting updates to Senior Management and Finance Department. Update forecasts based on current trends and project progress.
• Proactively review and update Motive policies and procedures, continually looking for and implementing opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency. 
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for continuous improvement across the wider business, proactively presenting recommendations and innovative ideas to key stakeholders. Lead the implementation of approved improvements, ensuring effective engagement, alignment, and follow through with internal teams to deliver measurable operational benefits.

Required skills / knowledge:

• Proven experience in project delivery within the rental, inspection or wider offshore services sector.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of project financials, contracts, and commercial frameworks.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

What we can offer you:

Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Taiwan, Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.

People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.

Alongside this, you’ll get:

(* Received upon successful completion of probation)

• 34 days holiday per annum
• Employer Pension contribution
• Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Motive Retail Discount/Reward Scheme*
• Gym Membership*
• Electric Car Scheme*
• Cycle to Work Scheme*
• Reduced membership of Costco card
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...
• Paid Volunteer Days

How to Apply & what happens next:

You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.

You can apply by sending us a CV with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.

We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.

Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.

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