Assistant Manager of Operations - Cranes

Georgia Ports Authority; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Ports Authority is seeking an Asst Manager of Operations - Cranes at Garden City Terminal. You will supervise crane operations, schedule daily work, and ensure safety and efficiency in cargo handling for container and breakbulk cargo.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with ship operations and maintenance teams. Exempt, full-time position with shift flexibility and reporting duties to the Manager of Crane Operations.

Qualifications

• General working knowledge of heavy equipment and rigging.
• Knowledge of crane regulations and crane maintenance.
• Good physical condition; able to climb and work at height.
• Ability to work all shifts (nights, weekends, holidays).
• Excellent oral, written, and listening skills.
• Ability to engage professionally with GPA staff, customers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Schedules the daily work of the employees and equipment.
• Establishes priorities for work to be completed.
• Inspects cranes to ensure safe operation.
• Trains and counsels employees.
• Maintains crane operation status and safety practices.
• Manages crane operator logs and vessel operations communications.
• Analyzes workload and authorizes overtime with the manager.
• Completes time sheets and generates production reports.
• Investigates incidents and records root cause analyses.
• Ensures efficient and economical cargo handling.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Crane operation knowledge

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/transportation or related field

TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential

Driver's License

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Asst Manager of Operations - Cranes

Department(s): 5016 - Container Cranes

Location(s): Garden City Terminal

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Overview

Under the supervision of the Manager of Crane Operations, the Assistant Manager of Operations implements work programs and plans as directed by the Manager of Crane Operations.

Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

Job Duties

• Schedules the daily work of the employees and equipment.
• Establishes priorities for work to be completed.
• Checks individual work sites and activities to insure compliance with the Georgia Ports Authority procedural and safety guidelines.
• Trains and counsels employees.
• Inspects cranes to ensure safe operation.
• Handles employee inquiries, vacation requests, and problems.
• Ensures all cargo is handled in the most expeditious and economical manner.
• Analyzes workload and authorizes necessary overtime in conjunction with the manager.
• Completes/verifies time sheets.
• Supplies daily, weekly, and monthly reports pertaining to cranes and personnel.
• Supplies daily, weekly, and monthly reports pertaining to production, downtime, current status and events pertaining to operations.
• Holds regular meetings with crane personnel to discuss safety and general crane operation and specific or general instructions.
• Maintains daily communication with crane operators regarding the status of vessel operations, dock work, and various work sites.
• Communicates daily with crane maintenance regarding status of open work orders on cranes for prioritization.
• Manages crane operator logs for accuracy and billing.
• Verifies daily that cranes are tied off and paced according to vessel docking placement.
• Communicates daily with ship operations concerning vessel placement, amount of work, docking, sailing, and overall operations.
• Maintains records and procedures for operator training and evaluation.
• Investigates all incidents, maintaining records for root cause, analysis and prevention.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

General working knowledge of heavy equipment and the capacities and capabilities of rigging.Knowledge of regulations governing cranes and maintenance of cranes necessary.Good physical condition required.Ability and willingness to climb and work at high elevations essential.Ability and willingness to work all shifts (nights, weekends, holidays).Must be able to perform well in a strong team environment.Excellent oral, written, and listening skills required.Ability to deal effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels as well as customers, representatives of the shipping industry and the general public required.

Experience

• Experience in handling container and breakbulk cargo Required
• Prior management experience Preferred

Education

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree In business, transportation or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required Upon Hire
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required Upon Hire

Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Revised: 2/18/2026

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