Shift Manager, Bulk and Break Bulk

Johor Port Berhad; Pasir Gudang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Johor Port Berhad is seeking a Shift Manager to oversee bulk and break-bulk operations, ensuring safe, efficient and timely vessel handling. You will lead strategic planning, coordinate with internal teams and contractors, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with safety standards to maximize productivity and service excellence.

The role requires a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Port Operations, Business, Logistics, Maritime or equivalent, and a minimum of 7 years of experience in

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Port Operations, Business, Logistics, Maritime or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant working experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of port, terminal and vessel operations, including cargo handling and vessel turnaround.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to respond proactively to operational disruptions, vessel delays and manpower/equipment constraints.

Responsibilities

• Strategically lead and manage dry and break-bulk operations to achieve peak productivity, operational excellence and timely vessel turnaround.
• Directly supervise the deployment and performance of manpower, equipment and contractors, ensuring optimal efficiency and accountability.
• Monitor operations continuously, liaising with shipping agents, consignees and internal stakeholders to sustain uninterrupted cargo flow.
• Serve as the primary operational liaison onboard vessels, coordinating with Masters, Chief Officers and Operations Supervisors for seamless cargo handling.
• Validate and approve all operational documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance and data integrity.
• Initiate and manage operational communications, including vessel shifting notices and incident reports, escalating as needed.
• Champion OHSAS and terminal safety standards, enforcing compliance and fostering zero-incident operations.
• Engage with port users, regulatory authorities, and terminal stakeholders to safeguard operational continuity and service excellence.
• Lead complex cargo operations requiring meticulous planning and coordination.
• Provide timely operational updates to management to support decision-making and planning.

Skills

Operational leadership

Port operations knowledge

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Port Operations, Business, Logistics, Maritime or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for overseeing Bulk and Break Bulk operations to ensure safe, efficient and timely vessel handling, while maintaining high service standards and operational productivity. The position leads strategic operational planning, coordinates with internal teams, contractors and stakeholders, monitors vessel and terminal performance, and ensures strict compliance with safety and operational standards to achieve maximum productivity, seamless operations and fast vessel turnaround.

Key responsibilities

Strategically lead and manage dry and break-bulk operations to achieve peak productivity, operational excellence and timely vessel turnaround.

Directly supervise the deployment and performance of manpower, equipment and contractors, ensuring optimal efficiency and accountability.

Monitor operations continuously, making decisive corrective actions while liaising with shipping agents, consignees and internal stakeholders to sustain uninterrupted cargo flow.

Serve as the primary operational liaison onboard vessels, coordinating closely with Masters, Chief Officers and Operations Supervisors for seamless cargo handling.

Validate and approve all operational documentation, including VORs, checklists, reports to ensure accuracy, compliance and integrity of data.

Initiate and manage operational communications, including vessel shifting notices, incident reports and staff discipline matters, escalating to senior management as needed.

Champion OHSAS and terminal safety standards, enforcing compliance and fostering a culture of zero-incident operations.

Engage proactively with port users, regulatory authorities, and terminal stakeholders to safeguard operational continuity and service excellence.

Lead complex cargo operations requiring meticulous planning, coordination, and attention to stakeholder requirements.

Provide timely and accurate operational updates and insights to relevant management and key personnel to support effective decision-making and strategic planning.

Requirements

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Port Operations, Business, Logistics, Maritime or equivalent.

Minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience.

Comprehensive knowledge of port, terminal and vessel operations, including cargo handling and vessel turnaround, with effective operational planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to respond proactively to operational disruptions, vessel delays and manpower/equipment constraints.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Shift Manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?

Join one of the most exciting and progressive companies in Malaysia as we broaden our horizons beyond our well established services in logistics and port operations.

Located at the southern-most tip of Peninsular Malaysia, Johor Port Berhad is strategically positioned in the heart of the sprawling 8,000 acre Pasir Gudang Industrial Estate. The area is a home to comprehensive range of industries specializing in petrochemicals, engineering, furniture, telecommunications, electronic goods and food products among others.

Johor Port is linked to important commercial and industrial centers in Malaysia as well as other ports and neighboring countries. This network is supported by the nation's road infrastructure and rail connections.

Join one of the most exciting and progressive companies in Malaysia as we broaden our horizons beyond our well established services in logistics and port operations.

Located at the southern-most tip of Peninsular Malaysia, Johor Port Berhad is strategically positioned in the heart of the sprawling 8,000 acre Pasir Gudang Industrial Estate. The area is a home to comprehensive range of industries specializing in petrochemicals, engineering, furniture, telecommunications, electronic goods and food products among others.

Johor Port is linked to important commercial and industrial centers in Malaysia as well as other ports and neighboring countries. This network is supported by the nation's road infrastructure and rail connections.

Join one of the most exciting and progressive companies in Malaysia as we broaden our horizons beyond our well established services in logistics and port operations.