Manager, Buildings and Facilities

Fenix Marine Services, LTD; San Pedro (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fenix Marine Services, LTD is seeking a Manager of M&R Buildings & Facilities to oversee all aspects of the terminal’s buildings and infrastructure within the fenceline, including critical towers, substations, and security fencing. The role emphasizes safety leadership, compliance with OSHA, and strong vendor coordination to ensure reliable parts supply and cost efficiency.

You will drive preventive maintenance programs, coordinate with PoLA and labor unions, and develop KPI dashboards to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of terminal maintenance services operations, stevedore and vessel operations.
• Experience in working in a union environment with collective bargaining procedures.
• TWIC card required and DHS credentialing process familiarity.
• Experience with computer-based Maintenance Services Systems (Maximo, Depot System or Newport).
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, time management, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of facilities and infrastructure assets within the fenceline and related towers, sheds, and utilities.
• Serve as safety leader for Buildings & Facilities and coordinate incident response.
• Maintain high customer satisfaction levels for site facility maintenance.
• Coordinate with PoLA, vendors, and procurement for cost-effective parts and service.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety protocols and conduct regular inspections.
• Lead preventive maintenance, repairs, and annual inspections (elevators, drains, etc.).
• Manage labor resources and liaise with MFOW, ILWU, OCU labor groups; understand CBAs.
• Develop KPI dashboards and reporting to track performance and cost savings.

Skills

Terminal maintenance operations

Union labor relations

Safety leadership

Project management

Vendor coordination

Facilities management

Tools

Maximo

Depot System

Newport systems

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

The Manager M&R Buildings & Facilities is responsible for overseeing all aspects of FMS facilities for building and infrastructure assets within the fenceline and including Main Gate Tower, Power and Chassis Shops, Second Marine Tower, electrical substations and vaults, lighting, terminal roadways, berths, and perimeter security fencing. The Manager M&R Building & Facilities shall maintain a positive and safe work environment and use best business practices to manage resources and processes to meet the needs of the company.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as Safety Leader for Buildings & Facilities and is proficient in incident response and knowledgeable of PoLA emergency response and escalation procedures.
• Ensures high customer satisfaction levels over site facility maintenance.
• Maintain single point of contact with PoLA and coordinate all onsite PoLA maintenance activities appropriately and including escalation to affected FMS parties.
• Serve as site sponsor for fuel vendor, including site safety expectations and tracking purchase volumes and inspections of stationary storage facilities.
• Works with procurement to ensure cost efficient and reliable parts supply, order food and beverages, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensure the facility meets government health and safety standards.
• Responsible for maintaining proper signage and notices on the terminal.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and security protocols.
• Manage the Annual Trench Drain & Storm Drain cleaning.
• Maintain perimeter fencing and gates in good condition in coordination with Facility Safety Officer.
• Repair and schedule routine check-ups for facility equipment, buildings and property.
• Plan and execute annual state elevator inspections.
• Responsible for Waste Management maintenance and reporting.
• Manage preventive maintenance and repairs on terminal (plumbing, electrical, electric vault cover, asphalt, concrete runways, potholes, scales, etc.)
• Engage in negotiations regarding outside repairs.
• Coordinate with the HVAC vendor to address frequent correction requests.
• Responsible for labor restrooms cleanup/pressure wash-down.
• Review the work of contractors to ensure conformance to standards.
• Respond to managers or employee maintenance concerns.
• Stewards capital workflow for upgrades and end-of-life assets within area of responsibility
• Investigates and implements long-term cost savings solutions to maximize profitability of the terminal.
• Maintains a working and professional relationship with MFOW, ILWU labor, and is knowledgeable in of Collective Bargaining Agreements and Safety contract. Experience in working in a union environment including in depth knowledge of union grievance machinery procedures.
• Support the Facility Safety Officer (FSO) as requested.
• Ensures the safe and clean working environment through the adherence to state and federal regulatory agencies such as OSHA and through the performance of frequent inspections of all equipment.
• Develop management systems and performance measurement KPI’s and dashboards to transparently track and report on performance.
• Provide strong leadership, develop and set performance goals and act as a change agent.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Engineering

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Supervise 2 – 100 employees (labor) directly and indirectly.

Requirements

• Knowledge of terminal maintenance services operations, stevedore and vessel operations and equipment, physical and operations security.
• Working knowledge and ability to use computer for data input and word processing.
• Maintains a working and professional relationship with MFOW, ILWU and OCU labor, and is knowledgeable in Collective Bargaining Agreements and Safety contract. Experience in working in a union environment including in depth knowledge of union grievance machinery procedures.
• Excellent skills in interpersonal, negotiation, time management, prioritization, and project management.
• Prior experience using Maintenance Management and Services Systems (Maximo, Depot System or Newport systems) or other computer-based Maintenance Services Systems and asset management systems.
• Familiar with 5S methodology
• TWIC Card: You will be required to apply for a TWIC (Transportation Worker’s Identification Credential) through the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) prior to your start date. Failure to receive DHS approval, acquire, or renew a TWIC card may result in the termination of employment.

Physical Working Conditions:

• The ability to work in changing hot and cold climates based on weather conditions.
• The ability to drive a vehicle up to 50% of working hours.
• The ability to lift 30 pounds.
• The ability to use a computer/keyboard.

NOTE: This job description is not all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.