About EyeROV:
EyeROV, India's first indigenous manufacturer of commercial underwater drone/ROV based in Kochi, Kerala, the heart of maritime activities. EyeROV is a young and dynamic workspace envisioned to bring deeptech, robotics technologies to the space of Marine and Energy Sector. Within this short span of 7 years , the company has delivered world-class products and solutions to its various clients such as BPCL, DRDO, Indian Railways, Maersk, NHDC etc... The company is funded by GAIL and BPCL, Kochouseph Chittilappilly ( founder of V-Guard and Wonderla Group of Companies) as investors. The company is supported by Maker Village and Kerala Startup Mission.
EyeROV was founded in 2016 by IIT Alumnus Johns T Mathai (IIT Delhi) and Kannappa Palaniappan P (IIT Madras). The company has won numerous awards including National Startup Award 2021 by TDB, Department of Science & Technology, Best Tech Design Award in 2020 by IAMAI (Internet & Mobile Association of India), Selected as one of the Top 6 Startup of the yearIndywoods Billionaires Club, Top 8 Industrial Start-up of India from IIGP 2018 organized by Lockheed Martin, MIT, TATA Trust, IIMA and DST and has represented India in USA and Japan for various startup events.
Job Description:
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Operations Manager to join our team and oversee our daily operations. The Operations Manager will be responsible for managing and optimizing the operations of our company. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to improve processes and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Strategy & Process Improvement: Develop and implement operational strategies and process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve quality.
Team & Budget Management: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of operations staff; prepare and manage budgets to ensure cost-effective operations.
Supply Chain & Quality Control: Oversee procurement, inventory management, and logistics; ensure all operations meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Performance Metrics & Reporting: Develop and monitor KPIs to track operational effectiveness; prepare and present reports to senior management.
Project Management & Execution: Ensure timely project execution, manage resource allocation, and oversee production, services, and R&D projects. Plan and execute field inspection projects and oversee product manufacturing, assembly, and testing.
Field Service & Team Training: Plan and execute field inspection projects, manage technical field team activities, and train and upskill the field and support team.
Travel & Decision-Making: Travel to critical project sites (approximately 25%) to ensure efficient execution; make quick, smart decisions under demanding timelines.
Analytical Skills: Utilize strong analytical skills to plan efficient travel and work execution.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Preferably Civil/Mechanical
Proven experience in an operations management role, preferably within Marine Robotics industry.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Proficiency in using operations management software and tools like Zoho Projects.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Added Advantage:
Master's degree in Operations Management
If you worked in marine/Civil infrastructure industry
Worked in with startup prior
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
The chance to make a significant impact in a growing company.
ESOP in addition to salary and benefits
Experience : 8 - 15 years
Location: Kochi, Kerala
Job Type: Full-Time