Port Operations Manager Europe
Core
Oversee and coordinate port operations across assigned European ports to ensure safe, efficient, compliant, and cost-effective vessel calls.
Role type
Senior operational manager (maritime/port operations)
Builds
Seamless execution of port calls, itinerary support, and operational readiness for cruise vessels
Domain
Cruise industry + maritime logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Port operations management, vendor performance management, contract negotiation, budget planning, regulatory compliance, incident response, stakeholder engagement, operational auditing, cost optimization, logistics coordination
Preferred skills
Maritime studies degree, cruise industry experience, terminal operations knowledge, government agency relations
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day port operations for assigned European ports, coordinate embarkation/debarkation and turnaround activities, manage operational performance of contracted port service providers, monitor port-related expenditures, support revised itineraries and emergency schedule changes, conduct vendor performance reviews, support contract negotiations, maintain relationships with port authorities and government agencies, participate in new destination evaluations, support dry dock logistics and major vessel events, analyze operational performance metrics, ensure compliance with maritime regulations, support business continuity planning, represent the company at industry meetings
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC