Manager Operations

About the role

BigLift Shipping B.V., part of the Spliethoff Group, is seeking a Manager Operations to join their team. As a global leader in heavy cargo transport, they are expanding their fleet and need a strong leader to manage their maritime operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operational planning and ensure seamless project coordination.
• Direct Project Managers, Cargo Superintendents, Operators, and Operations Administrators.
• Input into the Company Strategy and set objectives and yearly goals for operations.
• Allocate Project Managers and Cargo Superintendents to projects and tenders.
• Oversee all projects, monitor progress, and take steering measures to ensure project success.
• Collaborate closely with the Manager Engineering, ensuring continuous alignment and communication.
• Ensure compliance with policies and the BigLift Management System, including Quality and HSE policies.
• Ensure a correct and complete voyage administration, including the financial close-out of projects.
• Ensure required capacity and quality of people are available.
• Facilitate and support personal and professional development and perform appraisals of assigned team members.

Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience in managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrable ability to delegate and coordinate complex activities.
• Demonstrable experience in the (heavy) shipping sector.
• Nautical and/or technical background.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Fully fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written).
• Experience with environmental aspects relevant to maritime operations.

Qualifications

BigLift Shipping B.V. offers a challenging and interesting position in a dynamic organisation. Apart from competitive salaries, they provide excellent benefits such as a solid pension package, 29 leave days per year, training and education possibilities, an informal working environment, in-house fitness facilities, and social get-togethers on a regular basis.

Skills

The ideal candidate should have a combination of leadership, project management, and technical expertise to handle the diverse responsibilities of the role.

Benefits

BigLift Shipping B.V. provides a comprehensive benefits package including a solid pension plan, 29 leave days per year, training and education opportunities, an informal work environment, in-house fitness facilities, and regular social events.

Pay

Competitive salaries are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Flexible working hours are provided to accommodate the needs of the role and the individual.

Contact

For additional information about the vacancy, please contact Paul van Lith at 020-448 8320. To apply, please send your resume and motivation letter to hr@bigliftshipping.com.