Shift Operations Manager - Ports and Terminals

Manager - Shift Operations - Ports & Terminals - Nhava Sheva

Key responsibilities

• Monitor the ship working operations to ensure targets and deadlines are met. Ensure berthing and Un-berthing Timelines set up are achieved.

• Managing day to day operations and vessel loading and discharge in adherence to  targets provided. 

• Plan and co-ordinate shifts in accordance with the terminal’s requirements.

• Starts the shift by taking over from the previous Shift Manager which includes assessing the no of ships, manpower, breakdown issues etc

• Liaise with the maintenance department to maximise equipment availability.

• Manages the entire terminal and leads the workforce at all times including holidays, festivals and at night

• Manages emergencies including all injuries, all contrators and work related issues

• Allocates job responsibilities based on work and reallocates when required

• Liaise with rostering staff to determine the availability of labour to meet operational demands.

• Achievement of optimum productivity levels and reliability of service to customers.

• Effective monitoring to achieve set operational Goal / Target.

• Trend setting and analysis of operational parameters.

• Continually review, identify and introduce improved operating procedures and systems.

• Ensure correct and safe working practices in the terminal.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

 

•  Minimum three years of supervisory experience in similar container terminal operations or ten years supervisory experience in shipping.

• Understanding of equipment and machinery functionality.

• Understanding of expenditure, revenue and costing structures.

• Awareness of health, safety and environmental policies and procedures.

• Sound customer/client relation skills.

• Computer literacy/keyboard skills, including an understanding of the terminal control system and planning systems.

• Effective communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

• Ability to co-ordinate activities and monitor and, if necessary, modify performance of terminal supervisors.

• Effective planning and organisational skills.

 

Experience Level

Mid Level