Terminal Operations Manager

Yıldırım Holding

• University degree from a reputable university
• +10 years of container operations management experience in senior roles and across all functions
• Thorough knowledge of every aspect of Container Terminal Operations and excellent overall industry experience.
• Excellent communication skills in Turkish and English, able to manage effectively in a multicultural and innovative environment.
• Preferably previously held the position of Operations Manager in a reasonably large multipurpose Terminal.
• Candidates with experience in start-ups or expansion projects are of particular interest.
• Must be structured, organised and proactive with proven skills & experience as a change manager with innovation focus.
• Action oriented with high energy, initiative and a strong collaborative approach to doing business.
• Strong believer in team building and results oriented.
• Completed military service requirement (for male candidates only).

İŞ TANIMI

• Responsible for all matters relating to the efficient and safe utilisation of terminal facilities, equipment and operations manpower to achieve optimum container throughput as efficiently as possible
• Lead and motivate the Operations Team to ensure levels of service meet or exceed customers’ expectations and that all departments have a focus on continuous improvement
• Responsible for providing effective communication to all stakeholders (external customers, vendors, suppliers, sales and internal customers) to ensure expectations are met and progress is effectively communicated
• Develop creative management style, able to redesign and improve operational flows, timing and processes accordingly
• Lead and motivate people to promote, learn and develop new technologies
• Responsible for implementation of HSE regulations and ensure that they are in compliance with the International/ Local requirements
• Keep high focus on cost effective management via monitoring terminal budget and conducting P&L assessment
• Effectively set the required KPIs to monitor Terminal Operations in terms of Safety, Efficiency, Cost Control to increase the performance and profitability constantly
• Control and audit operations subcontractors, evaluate their performances and take actions in order to ensure highest operational performance
• Ensure compliance with all IMO, regulatory and best practices requirements
• Liaise with local Custom, Port and Local Authorities for any matter related to own duties
• Liaise with the senior management of Shipping Lines and their Agents to understand their requirements and work closely with them to serve their needs
• Continually review, benchmark, plan and implement operational strategies to ensure that the terminal develops and grows profitably
• Responsible for achieving Company goals, budget requirements and recommending investments