Chief Operating Officer (COO)

On behalf of Virtual Marine, Jump Recruitment seeks an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee operations and support the company’s growth initiatives. Virtual Marine, based in St. John’s, NL, is a leader in maritime safety simulation, creating advanced training tools that empower small craft operators to train safely and realistically.

As COO, you will collaborate closely with the CEO to drive operational excellence, support scalability, and optimize Virtual Marine’s unique training solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead in a mission-driven, tech-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Shape and execute operational strategies aligned with company vision, ensuring smooth scaling and growth.
• Build efficient cross-departmental processes, focusing on collaboration with product development, engineering, and customer support teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements to optimize performance and meet company goals.
• Develop and manage budgets, cost controls, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead crisis management and navigate the organization through industry changes.
• Inspire high-performing teams, championing an inclusive culture.

About You

• Experience:
  • 10+ years in operations leadership, ideally within technical or simulation sectors; proven experience in scaling companies and managing company growth.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field (MBA or other advanced degree preferred).
• Skills:
  • Strong data-driven decision-making.
  • Project management and change management capabilities.
  • Experience with Lean or Six Sigma is beneficial.
• Leadership:
  • A collaborative leader skilled at cross-functional management and adaptable to evolving challenges.

Why Virtual Marine?

Virtual Marine offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to be part of an innovative team that’s transforming maritime training worldwide—all while supporting a healthy work-life balance. This role can be based in St. John’s, NL. If you’re ready to make an impact in a dynamic, growing industry, apply today!

How to Apply

Ready to embark on a rewarding journey with a forward-thinking team? Take the leap and apply today by submitting your resume through our website.

If you have questions, please reach out to Jacqui at jacqui@highertalent.ca.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At JUMP Recruitment we recognize the value of diversity and are committed to making intentional steps toward building inclusive teams that better reflect the communities JUMP and the organizations we serve operate within. We believe that inclusion is not just about making room at the table but about seeking out talent through a diversity lens and letting everyone know that their unique perspectives are important contributions to building stronger workplaces in a changing world. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our posted positions. We welcome candidates to self-identify or make our recruitment team aware of any potential accommodations they may need during the recruitment process. This opportunity is only available for candidates legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.