Assistant Manager Operations

Department:

Operations

Grade:

F

Reporting to:

Managing Director - SeaLead Shipping Malaysia

Direct reports:

None

Job purpose:

·       Ensure smooth running of operations, equipment and logistics coordination for SeaLead Shipping Malaysia.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

·     Ensure the services are performed to service requirement.

·     Be the point of contact for all related operational matters of the appointed vessel – acting with responsibility, due diligence and according to SeaLead’s values and goals.

·     Work closely with the various internal and external stakeholders (Head Office, ship masters, equipment managers, husbandry agents, terminals, depots, etc.) to ensure smooth operations.

·     Pro-actively resolve vessel loading/discharging operation challenges, preventing delay of operations and improve operational efficiency.

·   Communicate with Customs, Port Authorities and Shipping Lines to ensure operations are accordance to the company’s policies local legislation regulations.

·    Coordinate and work closely with Line Management and Equipment management to optimize overall resources and vessel/ Equipment operational flow.

·     Identify all potential issues which may affect operations, highlighting and following up with the necessary actions to prevent/ mitigate any impact from contingencies.

·     Drive down port overstays and improve overall operation productivity.

·     Perform vendors service and contract evaluations in consultation with the MD and Finance Manager.

·     Propose/ recommend new vendors to the MD/Finance Manager for approval.

·     Conflict resolution between stakeholders during entire vessel operations.

Key interactions (Internal | External):

External:  JV partners | Customers and Clients | Agents | Ports

Internal:  Operations/ Liner Management | Equipment | Stowage |Capacity | Finance |Human Resources

Education requirements:

Language requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Maritime/ Logistics or qualified professional.

English – Fluent (required)

Background and experience:

Competencies and skills:                    

·  Bachelor’s Degree in Maritime/ Logistics or qualified professional.

·    Minimum 5 years’ experience in the container shipping operations at country level.

· Previous experience in transhipment operations is required.

·     Knowledge of geography and port operations.

·  Pro-active with a visible sense of urgency, excellent communication skills and ability to work in a very dynamic environment.

·     Thrives in fast-paced operational environment with many priorities simultaneously.

· Positive mind-set focusing on daily execution, standardisation, and continuous improvement.

·  Passionate about vessel operations with desire and ambition to grow in the company.