Marine Terminal Operations Lead

Ports America; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ports America seeks an Assistant Operations Manager to lead dock and administrative teams, ensuring efficiency and safety across multiple ports. You will oversee labor planning, payroll accuracy, and adherence to safety programs while coordinating with M&R/Terminal departments to allocate equipment effectively.

The role requires 2+ years in supervision, TWIC clearance, and a valid US driver's license, with a focus on cost-aware staffing and responsive decision-making in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience with computerized operating systems, MS Office or related technologies.
• 2+ years of management, leadership, and/or supervisory experience.
• Obtain and maintain Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
• Valid US Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the work activities of the Foreman, Labor, and other personnel; ensuring performance expectations and customer needs are met.
• Determine the amount of labor needed for each day and ensure labor is ordered appropriately for your assigned area.
• Make decisions affecting overtime cost and general expenditures and ensure they are made in the best interests of our company and customers.
• Determine additional staffing / labor needs and contact appropriate representative in advance, ensuring cost‑effective staffing and availability.
• Ensure payroll accuracy and make appropriate changes as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Planning & organizing

Decision making

Influence others

Education

HS Diploma or GED

TWIC card

Valid US Driver's License

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Ports America seeks an Assistant Operations Manager to lead dock and administrative teams, ensuring efficiency and safety across multiple ports. You will oversee labor planning, payroll accuracy, and adherence to safety programs while coordinating with M&R/Terminal departments to allocate equipment effectively.

The role requires 2+ years in supervision, TWIC clearance, and a valid US driver's license, with a focus on cost-aware staffing and responsive decision-making in a fast-paced