What we're looking for:
You will be a strategic Defence leader with deep knowledge of the Defence market, ideally Naval and proven experience managing large, international Defence portfolios. With a strong understanding of Defence procurement, contracting models and geopolitical context you must have exceptional leadership capabilities with high emotional intelligence.
With demonstrable experience delivering complex engineering or technical Defence programmes you will be highly commercial, with strong negotiation and influencing skills at senior levels within an international matrix organisation.
About Us:
James Fisher is a global engineering services company delivering innovative solutions in demanding and safety‑critical environments across the Energy, Defence and Maritime Transport sectors. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business that drives progress across the Blue Economy.
JFD, part of the James Fisher Group, is a world leader in submarine rescue, diving, hyperbaric and mission‑critical Defence capability. We operate globally, partnering with navies and defence organisations to deliver life‑saving systems, advanced equipment and specialist services.
This is a unique opportunity to deliver mission‑critical work that protects lives and supports global Defence operations.
If this sounds like your next strategic leadership challenge, click apply now. Applications may close early due to high volumes—please apply as soon as possible.
Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.