Terminal Manager Trainee

LE080 BWC Terminal Holdings LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

BWC Terminals in the United States is launching a Manager in Training (MIT) program in Savannah, GA. The MIT learns and supports full terminal operations under seasoned leadership, gaining hands-on experience in safety, regulatory compliance, maintenance, and customer service across multiple sites.

The trainee builds skills to manage terminal operations safely, efficiently, and in line with company policies and applicable regulations while developing leadership and project management

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents (regulations, policies, reports, bids, etc.), blueprints, and drawings.
• Strong communication skills; ability to present information and respond to questions and complaints from staff, co-workers, management, and customers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn BWC programs and software.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations at the assigned terminal or department in accordance with procedures, safety standards, and policies.
• Assist with maintaining regulatory, safety, and operational records in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in workplace audits, inspections, and corrective action follow-up.
• Glean familiarity with environmental, safety, and regulatory agencies and inspection processes and ensure adherence to HSE and operational requirements.
• Assist in supervising terminal staff, including scheduling support and time-off coordination.
• Interact professionally with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.
• Assist with monitoring preventive maintenance activities and equipment condition.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors under the direction of the assigned BWC leader.
• Support customer product inventory monitoring and assist with investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Identify operational or safety issues, elevate them appropriately, and assist in resolution.
• Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Develop leadership presence and communication skills to manage diverse teams.

Skills

Equipment operation

Hand/power tools

Reading regulations and documents

Report writing

Communication

Math

MS Office

Vendor evaluation

Customer service

Multitasking

Decision making

Reliability and punctuality

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Manager in Training (MIT)

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, BWC Terminals is a premier provider of bulk liquid storage and logistics services to refiners, manufacturers, and distributors across North America. With 22 sites and over twenty million barrels of storage capacity, our facilities are equipped to store petroleum, chemical, renewable, and agricultural products.

Job Overview

The Manager in Training (MIT) is responsible for learning and supporting the full scope of terminal operations under the guidance of a BWC leader with extensive experience in the third‑party liquid storage industry. This role provides hands‑on training in staff supervision, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, safety, maintenance, and customer service. The trainee progressively builds the skills and judgment necessary to manage terminal operations safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities and Duties

Support daily operations at the assigned terminal or department in accordance with operational procedures, safety standards, and company policies.Assist with maintaining required regulatory, safety, and operational records in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.Participate in workplace audits, inspections, and corrective action follow‑up.Gain familiarity with environmental, safety, and regulatory agencies and inspection processes and ensure adherence to HSE and operational requirements.Assist in supervising terminal staff, including scheduling support and time‑off coordination.Interact professionally with employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.Assist with monitoring preventive maintenance activities and equipment condition.Coordinate with vendors and contractors under the direction of the assigned BWC leader.Support customer product inventory monitoring and assist with investigating and resolving discrepancies.Identify operational or safety issues, elevate them appropriately, and assist in resolution.Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing operational priorities.Maintain regular, punctual attendance and perform duties as required.Learn to effectively supervise staff, including recruitment support, performance management, coaching, and discipline.Develop leadership presence and communication skills necessary to manage diverse teams.Learn to evaluate terminal processes and recommend efficiency and productivity improvements.Develop working knowledge of terminal throughput, workflows, and capacity planning.Learn regulatory record‑keeping requirements and compliance controls.Learn preventive maintenance planning and equipment lifecycle management.Learn to support capital and operational projects, including scoping, budgeting, vendor coordination, and compliance tracking.Support Human Resources processes, including employee relations, policy compliance, and staffing coordination.Learn HR policies, bargaining unit agreements (where applicable), and employment laws applied at the terminal level.Develop an understanding of employee relations best practices and escalation protocols.Learn budgeting concepts, inventory controls, and cost monitoring.Build understanding of customer service expectations and terminal financial performance drivers.Develop a thorough understanding of BWC’s commercial processes, commercial opportunity financial modeling, and contracting.Develop a thorough understanding of BWC’s procurement and contractor engagement processes.Learn and support Project Management initiatives, both Terminal and Engineering and Construction projects, tracking to ensure completion on time and within budget.Ensure all procedural elements are complete prior to placing the project in service (PSSR, MOC, procedures, employee training, etc.).During the training period, the trainee must be willing to take direction and guidance from supervisory and management personnel, clearly communicate concerns, and communicate with Terminal Management of any issues that arise.Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Knowledge of and skill in operating equipment.
• Ability to use hand/power tools.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents (regulations, policies, reports, bids, etc.), blueprints, and drawings.
• Ability to write reports, correspondence, and procedures.
• Strong communication skills; ability to present information and respond to questions and complaints from staff, co‑workers, management, and customers.
• Ability to wear safety equipment, including shoes, goggles, gloves, and related gear.
• Basic math proficiency; ability to calculate formulas and understand tank capacities/volumes/percentages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn BWC programs and software.
• Experience evaluating contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Customer‑service focus and ability to maintain professional, inclusive relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Decision‑making capability; ability to work independently with general direction from manager/supervisor.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Willingness to support the company’s mission while adhering to policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Willingness and ability to relocate to any facility within the network once training is complete.
• Flexible work hours, including shift work, to accommodate operational needs.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

The MIT role is a training position and may require relocation up to three times over the first five years. Working conditions include exposure to extreme heat and cold, noise, fumes, grease, oil, noxious odors, cleaning chemicals, paints, glues, and solvents. Approximately 90–100% of the workday is outdoors.Physical activities include standing, bending, stooping, walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, lifting, or twisting. The MIT must correctly wear all required PPE, including respirators and full‑body chemical suits, be clean‑shaven where the respirator seals, and maintain finger length that does not interfere with safe equipment handling or hygiene protocols.Occasional lifting of more than 50 pounds is required; frequently up to 25 pounds. Ability to climb and work on top of bulk liquid tanks ranging from 4 to 60 feet. Required vision: close vision of 20 inches or less and distance vision greater than 3 feet.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BWC Terminals provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. BWC is a 60‑year‑old company that focuses on satisfying customers through bulk liquid storage solutions and value‑added services tailored to meet their needs.

Operating safely and bringing the highest level of stewardship to customer products are the cornerstones of BWC Terminals’ business philosophy.