Operations Manager APM Terminals B.V - Port Said -Egypt Job description We Offer This position offers an outstanding opportunity to join the regional team at APM Terminals and contribute to the success of the organization. This full-time position is based in Egypt and reports to the COO. In this role you will have the opportunity to utilize your current Operational knowledge while increasing your overall Operational skills. •A truly international working environment •Value-driven and team-based leadership •An open and engaging working environment •A wide range of career opportunities within APM Terminals. •Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment. •Competitive compensation and benefits packages Key Responsibilities • Execute strategies for the operations department of APM Terminals, in line with & contributing to the company vision & strategy, within the borders of business plan & budget. Manage the daily operations according to the agreed operating principles of the business & relationships with customers. • Participate in selection, negotiation & finalizing agreements with suppliers & customers & where appropriate be responsible for execution & maintenance of service levels as agreed. • Contribute input to development in technology & systems as applicable to improve efficiencies in cost, productivity & customer service. • Ensure compliance with HSSE policies & procedures by all operational staff. • Deliver a level of service to customers that is equal to best international standards. • Enforce safe working practices and ensure lost time injuries are kept to a minimum. • Ensure a cost efficient operation in excess current best practices. • Liaise closely with shipping companies, customs agents, trucking companies, Customs, port authorities, and other statutory authorities to ensure that their requirements are met. • Measure and monitor performance against critical criteria, policy and guidelines. • Responsible for setting and achieving the budget for the Operations Division. • Responsibility that all managers and labour in the operation are trained in best operation practices with regards to advanced operations strategies and new technology. • Achieve the Company’s and its customer’s expectations with regard to operational efficiency, productivity and reliability. • Ensure that the terminal adheres to APM Terminals world standards for container terminal operations. • Measure and monitor performance against critical criteria, policy and guidelines established by APM Terminals. • Liaise with labour unions (where applicable) and on behalf of APMT take part in long-term contract negotiations with labour unions. Ensure industrial harmony with the workforce • Manage employee performance issues including training, appraisals, discipline and grievances. • The major impact will be the positive development and improvements in operational performance as a result of the main operational initiatives in the terminal. • Provide leadership for organizational alignment. Provide clear vision whenever requested for Future Expansion projects as well as Develop supportive and supervisory relationship with management, being clear on roles, responsibility, authority, and accountability. • Responsible for ensuring that of all Operational data is of the highest quality and integrity at all times. • The incumbent is expected to steer the course of action that determines the achievement of results. Responsibility for the execution of main initiatives. • The incumbent is expected to improve existing methodologies, processes and measurements when executing duties on an ongoing basis • The position is multi-dimensional. Who we are looking for • Preferable a university degree in logistics, maritime and port, or process/industrial engineering or a marine qualification at least at Masters 1st Class level (where he has had command of a vessel) • Post graduate studies in Port and/or Terminal Management, or related business studies. • Minimum 7 years in operations management roles in container terminals. • Understanding of the container shipping industry and an ability to relate with shipping company and other associated industry managers. • Good communication skills with the ability to communicate across the organisation. • Experience in cost and productivity optimisation through process optimisation, as well as design and implementation of new operation procedures. • Extensive understanding of modern terminal operations including computer terminal management systems • Extensive knowledge of APM Terminals operational practices. • Fluent in local language (where applicable) and English. • Experience in finance related matters, setting budgets and reporting against financial objectives. • Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills. • Ability to provide leadership, obtain cooperation and assistance to meet objectives. • Knowledge of project implementation methods and terminal projects design in order to be able to assist in the development, implementation and follow up of container terminal expansions or upgrade projects. About this company At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across five continents and more than 60 countries united by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container management services. By providing the expertise and port infrastructure essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even stronger global community. Working with a team of talented professionals you will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over the world. You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is your workplace. APM Terminals is an independent business unit within the Danish A.P. Moller-Maersk Group – a Global Fortune 500 company with over 120,000 employees and offices in 130 countries with global growth opportunities in a range of fields from shipping and energy to our offshore and retail sectors - Join us to achieve even your most ambitious career goals! APM Terminals does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not send or apply unsolicited resumes to our job openings, APM Terminals employees or any other Maersk Group brand or company location. APM Terminals is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. linkedin/jobs2/view/12947332?trk=njsrch_hits&goback=%2Efjs_marine_*1_*1_I_eg_*1_*1_1_R_true_*1_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2_*2
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