Manager Operations

Department:

Operations

Grade:

Grade G

Reporting to:

Managing Director

Direct reports:

NA

Job purpose:

·       The primary role of the Operations Manager is to ensure smooth running of operations, equipment and logistics coordination for SeaLead Shipping.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Operations

·           Responsible for overall operations in SeaLead Shipping to ensure the services are performed to service requirement.

·           Be the point of contact for all related operational matters of the appointed vessel - acting with responsibility, due diligence and according to SeaLead’s values and goals.

·           Work closely with the various internal and external stakeholders (Head Office, ship masters, equipment managers, husbandry agents, terminals, depots, etc.) to ensure smooth operations.

·           Pro-actively resolve vessel loading/ discharging operation challenges, preventing delay of operations and improve operational efficiency.

·           Communicate with Customs, Port Authorities and Shipping Lines to ensure operations are accordance to the company’s policies local legislation regulations.

·           Coordinate and work closely with Line Management and Equipment management to optimise overall resources and vessel/ Equipment operational flow.

·           Identify all potential issues which may affect operations, highlighting and following up with the necessary actions to prevent/ mitigate any impact from contingencies.

·           Drive down port overstays and improve overall operation productivity.

·           Perform vendors service and contract evaluations in consultation with the MD and Finance Manager.

·           Propose/ recommend new vendors to the MD/Finance Manager for approval.

·           Conflict resolution between stakeholders during entire vessel operations.

Key interactions (Internal | External):

·           External: JV partners | Customers and Clients | Agents | Ports |

·           Internal: Operations/ Liner Management | Equipment | Stowage | Capacity | Finance | Human Resources

Education requirements:

Language requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Maritime/Logistics or qualified professional

English – Fluent (required)

Background and experience:

Competencies and skills:                              

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Maritime/ Logistics or qualified professional

·         Minimum 8 years’ experience in the container shipping operations at country level

·         Previous experience in transhipment operations is required 

·         Knowledge of geography and port operations

·           Pro-active with a visible sense of urgency, excellent communication skills and ability to work in a very dynamic environment

·           Thrives in fast-paced operational environment with many priorities simultaneously

·           Positive mind-set focusing on daily execution, standardisation, and continuous improvement

·           Passionate about vessel operations with desire and ambition to grow in the company

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