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Operations Manager - Liner Shipping - Kenya, Weybridge
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Client:
Location:
Weybridge, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
be3400a18428
Job Views:
4
Posted:
27.05.2025
Expiry Date:
11.07.2025
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Job Description:
Job Description
Reporting to the General Manager, based out of Kenya, You are required to carry out the below duties:
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Managing day-to-day operations of liner vessel calls across assigned port of Mombasa
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Liaise with port authorities, terminal operators, customs, and shipping agents.
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Monitor and optimize vessel turnaround times, berth planning, and stowage coordination.
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Oversee container movements, documentation, and compliance with local and international regulations.
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Ensure cost-effective planning of equipment positioning and depot utilization.
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Work closely with the commercial and line management teams to align operations with service commitments.
The Successful Applicant
Minimum 10 years of experience in a medium sized Liner Shipping/Shipping Agency sector, preferably covering East Africa Port Operations. Bachelor's degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics or Supply Chain is preferred. Excellent geographical knowledge of container shipping and terminal logistics in Mombasa is highly preferred. Excellent problem-solving, negotiations and communication skills. Proficient in shipping software such as Internal TMS platforms, CargoSmart ). Excellent fluency in English and Swahili. Willingness to travel regionally as needed
What's on Offer
Competitive package + benefits + medical + Opportunities for growth
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