About Us
Established in ****, Tailored Marine Solutions (TMS) provides high-quality marine solutions to the Oil and Gas, Mining, Marine, Defence, Shipping, and Construction industries.
With our head office in Cairns, Queensland, and operations throughout Northern Australia, the Torres Strait, and Papua New Guinea (PNG), TMS is strategically positioned to deliver safe and reliable services in remote and challenging environments.
We provide comprehensive Commercial Dive Services, supported by a fleet of Dive Support Vessels, Workboats, Marine Equipment, and ROVs.
With these assets under one roof, we deliver a wide range of services including:
Commercial Dive Services
Underwater Inspection, Repair & Maintenance Services
Marine Infrastructure IRM (Inspection, Repair & Maintenance)
Marine Support & Construction
Crew Transfers & Ferry Services
Vessel Charter Services
Survey Support
Full range of ROV services
About the Role
Due to continued growth, TMS is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join our leadership team based in Cairns, Queensland.
This role oversees daily operations across our commercial diving and marine service divisions, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget.
The position requires strong leadership, a focus on operational excellence, and a background in commercial marine or diving operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage day-to-day operations for the Cairns branch
Oversee project planning, mobilisation, and completion of marine and diving projects
Ensure effective deployment of personnel, vessels, and equipment
Drive compliance with company systems, Australian marine and diving standards, and WHS legislation
Mentor and develop Dive Supervisors, Marine Crew, and project personnel
Manage budgets, cost control, and operational resource planning
Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders
Foster a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement
Essential Qualifications & Experience
The ideal candidate will bring:
Australian Citizen (mandatory)
Mandatory ADAS Dive Supervisor certification (or higher, with proven operational management experience)
Minimum Coxswain or Master 5 Certificate of Competency (Essential)
Minimum of 5+ years' experience in commercial diving and/or marine operations management
Strong background in commercial marine operations — preferable experience with fleet or dive vessel coordination
Sound understanding of Australian WHS legislation, Diving Work Code of Practice ****, and AS/NZS **** Occupational Diving Operations standards
Proven leadership and team management skills
Demonstrated experience managing budgets and operational efficiency
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Current First Aid & Advanced Resuscitation certification
Current MSIC (or ability to obtain)
Willingness to travel to offshore or remote project locations as required
Why Join TMS?
Competitive salary and benefits package (aligned with senior industry roles)
Leadership opportunity with a rapidly growing marine and diving company
Access to high-quality vessels, equipment, and ROV technology
Opportunity to shape and expand operations across Northern Australia and PNG
A strong safety-first and team-focused culture
How to Apply
If you're an experienced leader with a commercial marine background and the qualifications to drive operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your current resume by clicking "APPLY" at the top of this page.
To learn more about us, visit .