Senior Manager of Operations

Location: Long Beach, California

Who are we recruiting for?

We are recruiting on behalf of a major global ship owner, renowned for its robust operational excellence and commitment to safety and quality in cargo operations.

What will you be doing?

• Conduct responses to non-standard events, including marine accidents, weather disruptions, vessel movements, and provide maritime technical advice.
• Support Corporate Office Operations Department in decision-making for vessel operations, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Assist Operational/Commercial teams by monitoring, collecting, reporting, and disseminating industry information impacting labor, regulatory requirements, and marine terminal efficiency.
• Direct vendor relationship management, contract negotiations, cost management procedures, and corrective actions under supervision.
• Supervise maritime technical support for new vessels entering and calling at ports.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and rules for vessel operation, cargo handling, and environmental compliance.
• Manage and oversee performance related to cargo handling accidents and prevention measures.
• Support marine technical aspects of the Westbound cargo business and BEV safety transportation initiatives.
• Plan and execute special cargo handling operations with technical and commercial supportPlan and implement development strategies under supervision.
• Participate in meetings with regulatory bodies, industry associations, and environmental committees.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• Graduate of a Maritime Institution or similar specialized maritime education.
• Credentialed Seafarer with experience as a Licensed Deck Officer on a commercial vessel (Captain experience on Car Carrier Vessels preferred).
• Minimum of 10+ years of direct maritime industry experience, with some sea service preferred.
• Strong shorebase experience in a Operations role is required
• Ability to work weekends and travel domestically and internationally as required (up to 15-20% overnight travel).
• Excellent judgment and decisiveness to protect company assets in emergencies.
• Strong leadership, training, and management skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.