Operations Manager (Port Operations) Full Time NEW

Role:

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness across all operational activities. The role is focused on managing teams, coordinating resources, maintaining operational continuity, and supporting overall business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operational activities to ensure smooth and efficient execution.
• Monitor operational performance and implement improvements where required.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure operational priorities are achieved.
• Ensure operational resources, equipment, and manpower are effectively utilized.
• Prepare regular operational reports and updates for management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture across operations.
• Support implementation of HSE standards and corrective actions where necessary.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize downtime and ensure operational continuity.
• Monitor equipment and facility performance and support preventive maintenance planning.
• Liaise with contractors and service providers when required.
• Lead, supervise, and support operational teams.
• Manage workforce planning, shift scheduling, and performance management.
• Identify training and development needs within the team.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor operational costs and support budget control activities.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and productivity improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in operations management or a similar leadership role.
• Experience managing teams within a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong understanding of operational processes, maintenance coordination, and performance management.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and operational systems.