Meet the team: Liam Daly
Liam Daly
Liam is a Principal Recruitment Consultant at Spinnaker, where he specialises in placing Technical and Marine professionals across a wide range of maritime sectors. Since joining Spinnaker in 2017, Liam has developed a strong network of both clients and candidates, earning a reputation for his in-depth knowledge of the industry and his ability to match top talent with the needs of shipping and maritime companies. His clients include Shipowners, Shipmanagers, Oil Majors, Asset Managers, Marine Consultancies, Ship Registries, P&I Clubs, Law Firms, Classification Societies, Ports, and Offshore Service Providers.
With a career in recruitment and business development that began in 2015, Liam has gained valuable experience in building and maintaining relationships with key industry players. His specialism lies in recruiting for Technical and Marine roles, where his expertise helps businesses navigate the complexities of finding the right talent for roles such as Marine Superintendent, Technical Superintendent, and Fleet Manager.
Having concentrated exclusively on Technical and Marine recruitment at Spinnaker, Liam has established himself as a specialist in this field. His extensive experience enables him to provide valuable insights on salary benchmarks and market trends, ensuring both clients and candidates are well-informed about the current landscape.
Liam is also well-equipped to advise on relocation processes, having guided numerous candidates through their transitions. His understanding of the challenges and considerations involved allows him to offer tailored support throughout the relocation journey. Additionally, Liam provides comprehensive assistance in interview preparation, assessment strategies, and other aspects of the recruitment process, ensuring that his clients and candidates are fully prepared to navigate their career paths successfully.
In recognition of his dedication and hard work, Liam was voted ‘Employee of the Year’ and ‘Top Biller’ in 2021—an achievement that places him among a select few in Spinnaker’s 25-year history to reach this milestone.
Outside of his professional accomplishments, Liam is an avid sports fan. Growing up, he aspired to follow in his father’s footsteps, who represented his school in UK athletics. Liam made it to the regional finals, but his career path ultimately led him to recruitment. He is a passionate Liverpool FC supporter, an NFL enthusiast, and enjoys playing squash in his free time.
Recruitment Specialisms
Vacancy specialisms
Analysts, Crewing, CSO, DPA, Drydocking, Energy Efficiency, Environmental, Fleet IT, HSEQ, Loss Prevention, Manning, Marine Incident Investigations, Marine Personnel, New Building, Port Captains, Procurement, Purchasing, Security, Technical, Training, Transshipment, Vessel Performance, Vetting. Each of these roles plays a critical part in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of vessels and maritime operations globally.
Location specialisms
Specific location specialisms include Europe, UK and parts of Asia.
Liam's Latest Roles
Business Development Manager – London
Operational Excellence Manager – Aberdeen
Technical Excellence Manager – Aberdeen
Technical Superintendent – Aberdeen
Fleet Manager – Aberdeen
Your CV, Your Success
We have worked with Liam Daly on many roles over the past 7 years. From General Managers and Fleet Director positions, to Technical / Marine, IT Superintendents, Crew Operators etc! the whole range…!
Working with Spinnaker, particularly with Liam, has been a consistently positive and straightforward experience. Liam has demonstrated a deep understanding of our company’s needs, especially regarding the quality and calibre of candidates we look to bring into our team. The recruitment process with Spinnaker has been efficient and tailored to meet our specific requirements. The candidates presented to us have consistently matched the high standards we uphold, both in terms of their professional capabilities and their alignment with our company culture.
The level of service provided by Liam and his understanding has significantly contributed to the success of our collaborations. Liam is always my first move-call!
I would highly recommend using a recruitment agency for hiring needs. The level of professionalism and the tailored approach offered by recruitment agencies can significantly streamline the hiring process.
Leveraging their networks and resources can save time and energy, allowing you to focus on your core business activities while still ensuring that your team grows with high-calibre individuals.