Sr Manager - Terminal Operations

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bulk Storage Terminal Manager to oversee the efficient and safe operation of our Salisbury, MD and Selma, NC oil and gas bulk storage facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with health, safety, environmental (HSE) regulations, overseeing the maintenance of terminal infrastructure, and optimizing storage capacity. This position requires a deep understanding of the oil and gas terminal and pipeline industry, strong leadership, and excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.

This role has a current pay range of $144,000- $185,000. The listed pay range represents the company's good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base rate of pay for this position at the time of this posting. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on their work location, qualifications, relevant experience, operational needs, demonstrated performance over time, and internal pay alignment.

We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits including access to health, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO, and abundant career opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the bulk storage terminal, ensuring all activities align with safety, regulatory, and operational standards.
• Supervise the storage, handling, and transportation of bulk liquid hydrocarbons including crude oil, refined products, and other related materials.
• Optimize storage capacities, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the efficient flow of products to meet client and operational demands.
• Ensure smooth loading and unloading operations and manage associated logistics.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance (HSE):

• Maintain a strong focus on safety, ensuring that all terminal activities comply with HSE guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Enforce and monitor the implementation of safety procedures, risk assessments, and emergency response plans.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and drills to mitigate hazards and improve operational safety.
• Ensure environmental compliance by monitoring emissions, waste disposal, and spill prevention measures.

Maintenance and Infrastructure Management:

• Oversee the maintenance, repair, and upgrade of storage tanks, pipelines, pumps, and other terminal equipment.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and contractors to ensure the terminal is in optimal condition for continuous operation.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and avoid costly repairs.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor terminal staff, providing guidance on daily operations, safety procedures, and best practices.
• Foster a positive work environment, encourage teamwork, and promote employee development through training programs.
• Ensure all team members are adequately trained on relevant equipment and safety protocols.

Regulatory and Reporting Compliance:

• Maintain accurate records of product movements, inventory levels, and compliance reports.
• Ensure adherence to local, regional, and international regulations, including environmental and safety standards.
• Prepare and submit regular operational and safety reports to senior management.

Vendor and Stakeholder Management:

• Coordinate with external contractors, suppliers, and customers to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies, ensuring all required licenses and permits are up-to-date.

Budget and Cost Control:

• Assist in preparing and managing the terminal's budget, ensuring effective cost control and optimization of operational resources.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety, quality, or operational efficiency.
• Capital and Operations forecasting & budgeting

Desired Skills:

• Ability to fully utilize systems and software related to the business functions of the terminal including SAP, Top Tech, and Microsoft suite
• Knowledge of terminal automation and control systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure
• Familiarity with terminal gain / loss, storage and throughput allocation, and stockholder and customer setups
• Understand financials of terminal operation including EBIDTA, Operating Expense (Opex), Cost of Goods Sold (COGs), Revenue, and Margin
• Experience managing capital budgets and/or capital projects
• Strong leadership skills including personnel and team development

Salary : $144,000 - $185,000