Brunel is currently searching for an Operations Manager for direct hire with our client at their bulk terminal facility located in Louisiana about an hour South of New Orleans.
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As the Operations Manager you will oversee 4 teams responsible for discharging barges and loading ocean vessels on a 24/7 rotating shift operation. Responsibilities and duties may include:
r n r n Accountable for all planning and executing all operational functions at the terminal. r n Coordinate with other departments and terminal management. r n Financial forecasting on a weekly basis to effectively manage cost. r n Ensure all operational, safety, security, environmental and business procedures/standards, and policies are being adhered to with terminal operations. r n Maintain fully operational. r n Manage teams; 4 direct reports, up to 56 indirect reports. r n Monitor and track operational performance on tons being handled. r n Create and provide daily shift work orders. r n Manage mobile equipment allocation. r n Adapt, implement and monitor changes in processes. r n Conduct investigations on incidents. r n Collaborate with Logistics Manager to plan placement of product in coordination with vessel loading schedules. r n Oversee hiring and termination process, manage contractors and ensure correct time entry in ADP. r n Manage expense forecast process for operations department. r n Ensure that dispatchers are closely aligned with operational schedules and orders for the efficient movement of barges and vessels at the terminal. r n Create and manage training schedules, create operations job aids and update as needed. r n Ensure all staff are signed off and in compliance with ESV equipment verifications. r n Set goals and objectives, track and communicate KPI results. r n Requirements:
r n r n Bachelor degree required. r n Minimum 5 years' experience in marine terminal or mining management (coal and petcoke experience preferred) r n Minimum 5 years' experience managing and overseeing safety programs. r n Ability to resolve issues quickly, safely and effectively in a stressful environment. r n Self-starter with strong leadership, communications, analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills. r n Superb organizational skills with the demonstrated ability to create and implement efficient organizational systems. r n Willingness to learn through "hands-on " training which may be physical at times. r n Flexible team player r n Valid driver's license r n TWIC card or ability to obtain r n Must be able to work in all weather conditions r n Must be flexible if shift work is required which could include nights, weekends, holidays. r n Must meet "fit for duty " preemployment physical and drug screen. r n
Position offers a very competitive base salary, sign-on bonus, STI annually, relocation package, benefits, PTO, holidays.
Our client is a large terminal operation for bulk commodities located on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
