COO Operations (Ports/Terminals)

Job Summary: The role directs strategic port logistics, manage multimillion-dollar P&L budgets, oversee vessel berthing, yard automation, and cargo handling. The role will ensure strict compliance with maritime safety standards while driving efficiency and rapid turnaround times for major shipping clientsKey Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership: Support regional operational strategies and deploy standardized policies that maximize port productivity and profitability.Operational Management: Oversee vessel, yard, and gate operations to achieve rapid container/cargo throughput.Safety & Compliance: Enforce rigorous health, safety, and environmental (HSE) protocols, alongside international maritime mandates like SOLAS and MARPOL.Stakeholder Relations: Liaise with custom authorities, B2B shipping clients, and government agencies to prevent operational bottlenecks.Financial & Budget Oversight: Manage complex terminal budgets, optimizing resource allocation and equipment deployment.Qualifications & Requirements:Education: A Bachelor's degree in Maritime Operations, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering.Experience: Typically 8 to 10+ years of high-performance experience in high-volume terminal management or maritime logistics hubs.Technical Proficiency: Absolute mastery of Terminal Operating Systems (TOS), automated container handling, and port management software.Crisis Management: High psychological resilience to manage industrial dockyard emergencies and extreme weather operations.