Manager - Operations - FT

Role overview

Operational responsibilities

• Manage terminal activities, optimize processes, update plans, and develop initiatives for smooth operations.
• Evaluate productivity, resolve shift problems, and validate mitigation strategies for safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Enforce safety, environmental, shipping, and regulatory requirements set by relevant government and port authorities.
• Oversee materials and cargo equipment for discharging and loading operations.
• Report on progress and factors affecting productivity, cost, time, safety, and security; improve operational policies and procedures.
• Maintain relationships with government entities, shipping agents, vessels, cargo operators, clients, partners, and regional stakeholders.
• Manage terminal equipment condition, troubleshoot issues, and direct maintenance repairs and upgrades.
• Lead vessel hatch and quay-side preparations before cargo operations begin; deliver strategic projects on time.

People and strategic responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the team, support recruitment and organizational restructuring, coach and mentor staff, allocate workload, and identify training needs.
• Develop departmental performance and cost-control strategies, represent the Fujairah Terminals CEO when needed, maximize cost savings, and assess and mitigate risks.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Maritime and Ports, Engineering, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• Ports and Maritime Certificate is a plus.
• Excellent English is required; Arabic is an added advantage.
• Minimum 12–15 years of experience in a similar role, including seaport operations management in container or multipurpose terminals.
• Full understanding of container and general cargo shipping and hands-on experience with modern terminal operations.
• Experience and understanding of vessel and yard planning.
• Leadership and cooperation skills in a multicultural environment, with strong communication skills.
• Experience with finance-related matters, budgeting, and defense figures; negotiation and conflict resolution skills.