Marine Operations / Vessel Manager

Everport Terminal Services•Oakland, CA

About The Position

Oversees the functions associated with the day-to-day vessel operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, bargaining and non-bargaining personnel staffing, and ensuring maximum customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Strong Leadership skills
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work and interact with all levels of management
Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Effective negotiation skills, especially with bargaining unit personnel
Bachelor's degree in a related field or Associate's degree for Assistant Manager
Three to five years of management experience in all aspects of vessel operations or Assistant Manager
2+ years of Superintendent or vessel operations experience
5 to 8 years of experience in container terminal operations or 2+ years' experience in container terminal operations
A combination of related training and experience may be considered equivalent to a degree

Responsibilities

Maintain direct client communication to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
Review, analyze, and submit production and cost reports to the Terminal Manager.
Work in unison and directly with colleagues, vendors, and other personnel to ensure maximum vessel productivity and ETS profitability.
Negotiate service contracts with new and existing customers.
Support marketing efforts to expand the ETS client base for marine services.
Inform Operations Labor Management (OLM) of any special stevedoring requirements.
Prepare annual Vessel Operations budget.
Liaison with the accounting department to ensure proper client billing.
Resolve labor disputes to avoid any work interruption or on-the-job actions
Purchase materials associated with and/or required for efficient vessel operations.
Negotiate vendor contracts on an as-needed basis.
Ensure vessel operations personnel are actively engaged in performing all duties and assignments safely and correctly; participate in all safety initiatives.
All other duties as assigned.