Chief Executive Officer – Operational Managing Director (Arctic Equipment Rental)

About the role

We are seeking a hands‑on, entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer to lead the launch and rapid growth of the first equipment‑rental and support‑services platform in a remote Arctic territory. The successful candidate will shape strategy, build operations from scratch, and drive the company toward a public listing within five years.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the overall business strategy, including market entry, scaling, and eventual IPO.
• Establish and oversee all operational functions – logistics, maintenance, customer service, and supply‑chain management.
• Build a high‑performing leadership team and foster a culture of agility and accountability.
• Secure and manage relationships with the founding company, investors, and the first guaranteed customer.
• Navigate regulatory, financial, and environmental challenges unique to remote Arctic operations.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in logistics, infrastructure, or capital‑intensive industries, preferably in remote or complex environments.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of building or scaling start‑ups.
• Ability to operate at a board‑level while remaining deeply involved in day‑to‑day execution.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience preparing a company for public listing.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fully funded venture with an established first customer.
• Opportunity to shape a market with no direct competitors.
• Equity participation and a clear path toward a public listing.