Assistant Operations Manager - Marine

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. Working in this dynamic sector means that you play a part in ensuring the pulse of commerce never skips a beat, all while driving the future of supply chain logistics and marine terminal operations.

Dive into a career where your talents make an impact and help us steer the future of this vital sector. Every job function in our organization whether it's on the docks or behind the scenes in administrative roles, finance, payroll, or IT, has a significant impact on the national economy and critical supply chain operations.

As an Assistant Operations Manager, you'll help lead our teams in maintaining high standards of operational efficiency while prioritizing the safety of all team members. As a steward of operational excellence an Assistant Operations Manager will need to be flexible and adapt to changing operational needs and schedules. With our dedicated teams working on all three coasts across over 33 ports and 70 locations, you'll feel empowered to grow professionally while serving the communities in which we operate.

Where the pulse of global trade meets the precision of maritime excellence, at Ports America, we don't just move cargo; we drive the nation's economic engine!

Summary: The Assistant Operations Manager in the M&R Department will ensure a safe and efficient environment for the Terminal Maintenance & Repair Program.

Essential Duties:

• Develops and executes operating plans designed to improve customer service, productivity, safety and quality of operating activities.
• Communicate with line representatives on out of service equipment and cost of repairs.
• Maintain statistics on all available and out of service equipment.
• Coordinate daily labor orders for M&R and Reefer Operations.
• Keep Manager aware of current operational status by regular communications and by issuing reports as directed.
• Ensure good communication between Maintenance and Terminal Operations to minimize equipment downtime and maximize gate operation fluidity.
• Ensure that all work orders and reports are completed accurately and submitted on time to appropriate staff.
• Ensures that the parts inventory meets the needs of the repairs to be performed.
• Ensure safety, health, and environmental standards are met throughout the operation
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Four (4) year college degree in Marine Operations, Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• Previous experience in a supervisory role or supervising ILA Longshore Labor a plus.

• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC Card issued by the Department of Homeland Security.

• Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Port Access Card issued by the NJ State Police.
• A valid Driver's License in good standing is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Sense of Urgency & Self-Starter Mentality A MUST.
• Requires good leadership skill.
• High level of planning and organizational skills needed.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional time management, due to fast-moving, demanding work environment.

• Must be computer literate; proficient with Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations and related industry governmental regulations.

• Principles of terminal and stevedore operations.

• Knowledge of Terminal Operations and union contracts is preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of containerized equipment and gear used in a port environment.
• Budgeting and profit and loss management experience preferred.

• Knowledge of Terminal Operating systems such as NAVIS/SPARCS software is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Requires the availability to work varied hours and shifts including days, nights and holidays as needed.

• Requires the ability to respond to equipment emergencies outside of normal work shifts.
• Requires physical ability to work within a containers and M&R yard and container gate inspection lanes.

• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and occasional sitting
• The ability to climb up and down a stairs and equipment multiple times within a shift.
• The ability to work in changing hot and cold climates based on weather conditions
• The ability to work in an environment with moving objects and machinery; the environment may be hazardous to persons unable to see or hear fast moving heavy equipment

NOTE:This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

NJ pay transparency $70k-$90k

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