APM Terminals B.V Jobs in Kenya : GM Operations GLPL

APM Terminals B.V Jobs in Kenya : GM Operations GLPL
March 9, 2015 Job Description
This position is based in Mombasa, Kenya and provides the leadership and directions for the day to day operations of the facility. The key role is to ensure the highest productivity and to provide excelent customer service. This position provides input for effecctive local strategies for operating at optimal level, within operating opportunities and constrants. Responsible for leading the operations team with the main task of maintaining and creatng a safe wrorking environment and also managing the stakholders in the industry.
We Offer
In this position, the incumbent will have an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge in the following areas;
• Extensive operational management experience in a container terminal.
• Experience in Strategy implementation
• Leadership skills in leading a large number of people
• Advanced negotiation skills.
Relevant next career steps might be:
• COO role in a larger terminal
• Terminal head in a smaller terminal
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 a customer 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.
• 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.
• 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
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.
• 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. How to Apply
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