Operations Manager, Halifax

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipping company is looking for an Operations Manager in Halifax to oversee marine operations and logistics. The role requires strong organizational and leadership skills, with a focus on maximizing service levels while managing operational expenses. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the marine industry.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in the stevedoring/marine industry.
• Experience with management and customer relations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all aspects of Marine Operations and Terminal activities.
• Monitor vessel schedules and coordinate husbandry for ZIM vessels.
• Quote and approve OOG shipments and manage hazardous cargo acceptance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of vessel stevedoring operations

Effective interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Strategic planning skills

Time management skills

Leadership skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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Main purpose of the role :

Manage and direct all aspects of Marine Operations, Terminal activities, Equipment control / logistics within Halifax and Atlantic parts of Canada. The objective is to achieve maximum service levels while maintaining operational expense levels in accordance with the company objectives.

Major areas of responsibility :

• Monitor vessel schedules, coordinate all aspects of husbandry for Zim vessels.
• Place labour orders with stevedores to ensure timely departures.
• Board vessels as needed.
• Quote and approve OOG shipments.
• Responsible for acceptance of all Hazardous cargo and applying for permits as required.
• Assist with problem solving at terminal.

Requirements :

Experience : 3-5 years' experience in stevedoring / marine industry; experience with management and customer relations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Strong knowledge of vessel stevedoring operations, including vessel operations.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, strategic planning, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Flexible to changing priorities.
• Strong leadership and planning skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Management and Manufacturing
• Industries : Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Storage

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