Marine Operations Manager

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to plan and supervise vessel activities across the Virginia region. You will manage coastal schedules, coordinate port ops, and optimize berthing windows to minimize delays and costs.

The role requires 7–10 years in shipping, maritime operations experience, and strong Excel skills. Collaboration with local offices, agents, and partner lines is essential to ensure smooth voyage execution.

Qualifications

• Maritime degree required.
• 7–10 years in the shipping industry.
• Experience in agency and terminal operations.
• Strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Issue and update Coastal Schedule with BU approval.
• Coordinate port operations and vessel movements regionally.
• Secure berthing windows and coordinate port/terminal activities.
• Liaise with partner lines on joint services and slot charter.
• Communicate sailing instructions and monitor voyage execution.
• Inform stakeholders about schedule changes and exceptions.

Skills

Maritime Operations

Terminal Operations

Vessel Scheduling

Excel Proficiency

Education

Maritime Degree

Job description

Main Purpose of the Role: Planning and supervising all vessel activities within the area, subject to line proforma.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Issuing and updating Coastal Schedule under BU approval
• Managing all facets of coastal voyage within the region
• Coordinating all Port Ops activities within the region, in effective and cost-efficient way.
• Assessing different Ops alternatives upon deviation from Coastal Schedule.
• Coordinating Panama Canal crossings and securing appointments for vessel crossings.

Main Tasks:

• Communicate Coastal Schedule to relevant Stakeholders
• Address operational issues raised by local offices
• Liaise with partner lines on joint services and slot charter
• Coordinate operations with Managers facing stevedores to reduce dead time
• Secure berthing windows in region according to line requirements
• Design and distribute initial Coastal Schedule based on voyage Proforma
• Monitor vessel's voyage execution within region
• Communicate sailing instructions to vessel within region
• Proactively inform all relevant parties and manage information flow regarding vessel schedule and vessel related operations at terminals
• Instruct Local Offices to coordinate port/terminal activities:
• Vessel related port activities (Pilots, Tugs, Lines, anchoring)
• Cargo related activities (gangs - incl. special cargo)
• Ensure effective and cost efficient port Ops within the Area
• Update Coastal Schedule, following changes from exception handling, including securing new berthing windows and required resources

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The Operations teams manage supply-chain matters, including terminal services, vessel operations, procurement, and ship management.

Our teams optimize costs and maximize vessel and employee safety while complying with international sustainability conventions.
Using digital tools, our operations teams monitor all vessel activities in real-time.

Requirements

• Academic education: Maritime Degree
• Maritime operational experience (Agency, Terminal Ops)
• Experience: 7-10 yrs in Shipping Industry
• Working knowledge of containerized supply chain
• High level of Excel competency