CMA CGM is a French shipping and logistics company founded in 1978 and is the fourth largest container shipping company in the world. The CMA CGM Group is present in more than 160 countries through its network of over 755 agencies. The abbreviation CMA CGM stands for Compagnie Maritime d'Affrètement Compagnie Générale Maritime.

As we expand our operations into the Solomon Islands, we are looking for a skilled and experienced Operations Manager.

Division/Department: Operations
Location: Solomon Islands
Position Reports to: General Manager Solomon Islands
Direct Reports: NIL

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• To oversee the operations of CMA-CGM including vessel scheduling, stowage planning and Consortia arrangements ensuring that CMA-CGM’s interests are protected.
• To ensure that the correct equipment is available at the correct place at the correct time through the effective Management of resources, control of processes, procedures and information flows and using the disciplines of: Planning, Pre-empting, Monitoring, Reporting, Mentoring and Adjusting.
• To oversee and monitor the effective management of Maintenance and Repair activites in Solomon Islands. Regularly monitoring cost development and ensuring active depot visits are promoting best practice amongst our depot providers in the processing of our equipment provision requirements.
• Responsible for monitoring and controlling voyage costs (slot costs), OPEX costs, Logistics costs.
• Manage execution of contracts with service providers and drive terminal partnership programs
• Carry out line studies for Network optimisation, business development, agility initiatives.
• Manage External and Internal relationships to ensure that Group’s interests are protected.
• Deputise for the Director of Operations as and when required.
• Emergency Officer for all ANL Fleet vessels

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION

Essential

• Master Class 1 qualifications or equivalent tertiary qualifications in Nautical Studies (to include ship stability and stress)

Preferred

• Tertiary qualifications, business studies are recommended

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Relevant sea going experience.
• Sound practical experience in the terminal / shipboard operational aspect of the shipping industry.

Preferred

• Proficient working knowledge of statutory requirements in vessel operations in the Regional Shipping Industry.

PERSONAL SKILLS

• High degree of computer literacy and operational knowledge.
• Conceptual and analytical skills essential.
• Sound oral and written communication skills.
• Negotiation and conciliation skills.
• Ability to manage and work with a diverse work force
• Organisational skills
• Able to work under pressure, prioritize, meet deadlines, cope with changing circumstances and communicate with clients and staff

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role to enquiry@pasifikihr.com with the subject line "Operations Manager- [Your Name]."

Application Deadline: 31st May 2024