Marine Operations Manager

Job Title: Manager, Marine Operations (Latin America Business Unit)

Location: Miami, FL (Head Office)

Function: Shipping

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Manager, Marine Operations to join our Latin America Business Unit (LABU) head office team in Miami, FL.

In this role, you will be responsible for executing safe, seamless, and efficient container ship operations while controlling related expenses. You will coordinate across global and regional interfaces to meet key performance targets, set loading guidelines, oversee vessel and port performance, manage bunker control, and supervise vessel commands and maintenance schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Policy & Procedures: Implement business unit policies, set guidelines for vessel loading (including special and dangerous cargo), determine operational requirements for vessel leasing, and manage port restrictions.
• Monitoring & Control: Control operational expenses and costs in collaboration with management, supervise vessel performance under charter parties, monitor voyage bunker consumption, manage random fuel inspections, and ensure strict schedule integrity and KPI compliance.
• Daily Operations: Coordinate sailing schedules based on weather conditions, prepare sailing instructions, manage maintenance and repair schedules, and coordinate dangerous goods (DG/RF/OOG) with partners and feeders.
• Budget & P&D: Prepare, implement, and control the annual operations budget, while advising professionally on operational development, bids, and vessel leasing.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Academic education (L.L.B. or M.A. is considered an advantage).
• Certification: Mandatory Master Mariner certificate.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience working with container vessels.
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of international shipping rules and regulations.
• Technical Skills: Strong MS Office skills, with advanced proficiency in Excel (Macros level) and PowerPoint.
• Language: High proficiency in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Availability: On 24-hour call.

Core Competencies

• Problem Solver: Proactively identifies and resolves complex operational challenges.
• Dynamic Leadership: Thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads change, makes independent decisions, and manages calculated risks.
• Communication & Coordination: Exceptional ability to align internal and external interfaces (vessel masters, chartering, global operations, and partners) to achieve results.
• Business Acumen: Understands market trends, defines initiatives, and drives top-notch solutions.

If you are an experienced marine professional ready to make an impact in a dynamic regional hub, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to connect with our team!