Manager Operations

Biglift Amstel B.V.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 102,412 - 147,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid pension package

29 leave days per year

Education possibilities

Informal working environment

In-house fitness facilities

Social get-togethers

Job summary

BigLift Shipping B.V., part of the Spliethoff Group, seeks a Manager Operations to lead safe and efficient cargo and vessel operations. You will steer project teams and coordinate with engineering to meet objectives.

The ideal candidate has a nautical/technical background, strong leadership, and the ability to drive complex maritime projects. A challenging role with pension and development opportunities awaits in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in a maritime or heavy transport setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills across complex projects.
• Proven ability to delegate and coordinate multiple activities.
• Experience in the (heavy) shipping sector is preferred.
• Nautical and/or technical background is advantageous.
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with stakeholder alignment.
• Fluency in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operational planning and ensure seamless project coordination.
• Direct Project Managers, Cargo Superintendents, Operators, and Admin staff.
• Input into Company Strategy and set yearly objectives for operations.
• Allocate personnel to projects and tenders with good capacity management.
• Oversee all projects, monitor progress, and steer toward success.
• Collaborate with Manager Engineering for alignment and communication.
• Ensure compliance with policies and the BigLift Management System (QSE).
• Ensure complete voyage administration and financial close-out of projects.
• Ensure required capacity and quality of people are available.
• Support personal and professional development and perform appraisals.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Shipping sector experience

Dutch and English fluency

Job description

Manager Operations

BigLift Shipping B.V., part of the Spliethoff Group, is a global leader in heavy cargo transport. With a fleet of 25 state-of-the-art heavy lift and heavy transport vessels we execute some of the world’s most complex marine transport and heavy lift projects. With the expansion of our fleet, BigLift is looking for a Manager Operations to strengthen our maritime operations.

Joining BigLift means becoming part of a company that is not only proud of its proven fleet but also shaping the future of heavy lift shipping. Our team of highly skilled professionals onboard and in the office brings creativity, deep technical knowledge, and decades of experience, enabling us to provide safe and innovative solutions for complex logistical challenges.

What Will You Be Doing

The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring a safe and efficient execution of cargo and vessel operations.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operational planning and ensure seamless project coordination.
• Direct Project Managers, Cargo Superintendents, Operators, and Operations Administrators.
• Input into the Company Strategy and set objectives and yearly goals for operations.
• Allocate Project Managers and Cargo Superintendents to projects and tenders.
• Oversee all projects, monitor progress, and take steering measures to ensure project success.
• Collaborate closely with the Manager Engineering, ensuring continuous alignment and communication.
• Ensure compliance with policies and the BigLift Management System, including Quality and HSE policies.
• Ensure a correct and complete voyage administration, including the financial close-out of projects.
• Ensure required capacity and quality of people are available.
• Facilitate and support personal and professional development and perform appraisals of assigned team members.

What Do We Ask

• At least 3 years’ experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrable ability to delegate and coordinate complex activities.
• Demonstrable experience in the (heavy) shipping sector.
• Nautical and/or technical background.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
• Experience with environmental aspects relevant to maritime operations.

What Do We Offer

A challenging and interesting position in a dynamic organisation. Apart from our competitive salaries, we offer excellent benefits like a solid pension package, 29 leave days per year, training and education possibilities, an informal working environment, in-house fitness facilities, and social get-togethers on a regular basis.

Acquisitions by staffing agencies and other third parties will not be taken into consideration.