Assistant Manager - Operations - Ports & Terminals

About the Position

Assistant Manager - Operations - Ports & Terminals

Join DP World as an Assistant Manager - Operations - Ports & Terminals in Chennai, India. Oversee safe operations and ensure targets are met.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ship working operations to ensure targets and deadlines are met.
• Ensure berthing and un-berthing timelines are achieved.
• Manage day-to-day operations with respect to vessel, gate, yard, documentation, and ICD activities.
• Plan and coordinate shifts in accordance with the terminal’s requirements.
• Conduct toolbox talks for the respective shift team members.
• Liaise with the maintenance department to maximize equipment availability.
• Manage the entire terminal and lead the workforce to achieve targets.
• Handle and manage emergencies effectively.
• Allocate job responsibilities based on work and reallocate when required.
• Liaise with rostering staff to determine the availability of labor to meet operational demands.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as CFS, CCBA, Port, Customs, CISF, Police, and transporters.
• Achieve optimum productivity levels both on land and seaside.
• Ensure reliability of service to customers.
• Monitor and analyze operational parameters to achieve set operational goals/targets.
• Continually review, identify, and introduce improved operating procedures and systems.
• Ensure correct and safe working practices in the terminal.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of supervisory experience in similar container terminal operations.
• Understanding of equipment and machinery functionality.
• Knowledge in equipment operations.
• Understanding of expenditure, revenue, and costing structures.
• Awareness of health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Sound customer/client relationship skills.
• Computer literacy/keyboard skills, including an understanding of terminal equipment and terminal operating systems.
• Effective communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to coordinate activities and monitor and, if necessary, modify the performance of terminal supervisors.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.

Nice to Have

• Certified terminal operations course/certified safety courses.

We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, forward-thinking team.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

About the Company

DP World

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.

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