Global Continuous Improvement Management Specialist

THE ROLE In a fast-moving and international shipmanagement environment, the role contributes to CMA SHIPS operational excellence by driving a structured and sustainable continuous improvement approach. The mission is to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities, lead cross-functional initiatives, and support teams in applying consistent Lean and problem-solving methodologies.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ? As per company standards, you shall: Comply with IMS and all relevant international rules and regulations; Ensure all your duties in accordance with quality, health, safety, environmental and ethics policies; Propose a continuous performance improvement plan which will be reported and reviewed on a periodical basis; Continuous improvement plan Identify, assess and propose prioritization of improvement opportunities which can arise from process reviews, audits, non-conformities, incidents, near-misses, PSC, investigations, vetting observations and operational feedback; Maintain and monitor the continuous improvement initiatives; Track progress, report outcomes and ensure improvements are sustained over time.

Lead selected improvement projects while supporting teams in delivering their own initiatives. Facilitate cross-functional workshops, coordinate stakeholders; Consolidate continuous improvement indicators and report trends, risks and recommendations Methods and knowledge sharing Standardize feedbacks management tools and methods; Ensure that we learn from experience.

Support and coach the different departments in strengthening root cause and problem-solving methods; Ensure the correct application of those techniques; Conduct review meetings on a regular basis; Define, monitor and communicate on associated indicators; Identify cross-fleet trends and recurring issues; Develop and encourage sharing of good practices and lessons learned across the fleet and shore departments; Internal audit Take part in the internal audit programme WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR ?

Master’s degree in engineering or maritime studies or quality, or equivalent experience as a seagoing officer or superintendent with a specialization on continuous improvement; Effective verbal, written and presentation skills in English Expertise on continuous improvement tools (LEAN, RCA, Failure Mode Effect Analysis) Internal auditor qualification (ISO / ISM) At least 5 years of relevant experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, process improvement including a significant part in a regulated operational environment; Maritime experience preferred (shipmanagement, onboard or technical/marine superintendence).

Successful Proven experience in facilitating workshops and managing transversal project without hierarchical authority; Ability to translate data into clear recommendations and decisions;