Svitzer

Maritime

PortManager

A$215–320k ~AI est. Australia FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Port Manager at Svitzer. Skills: Operational leadership, Stakeholder management, Crew management, Vessel operations. Lead and support crew operations. Foster high performance”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure safe operations; Ensure reliable operations; Ensure commercially successful operations

Industry & Context.

Maritime

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Proven leadership in operational environments, Experience managing employee and industrial relations, Commercial and operational skills, Excellent stakeholder management, Excellent communication skills

Nice to Have

Marine industry experience, Knowledge of compliance, Knowledge of classification societies, Knowledge of vessel operations

What You'll Do.

Lead and support crew operations

Foster high performance

Foster team engagement

Foster professional development

Manage workforce planning

Manage crew rostering

Manage industrial relations

Oversee vessel operations

Oversee port operations

Coordinate maintenance activities

Coordinate contractors

Ensure operational readiness of fleet

Monitor operational performance

Monitor financial reporting

Identify opportunities for business growth

Identify opportunities for operational improvement

Support commercial opportunities

Contribute to strategic planning

Contribute to regional business development

Champion safety standards

Maintain safe operations

Manage return-to-work programs

Ensure compliance with procedures

Ensure compliance with regulations

Build relationships with customers

Build relationships with port authorities

Build relationships with regulators

Build relationships with internal stakeholders

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Key stakeholders

Communication Scope

Customer engagement

Process & Methodology

Strategic planning

Full Job Description

**_Get to Know Us_** Svitzer has been part of the maritime industry since 1833. Today, our work across Australia and Papua New Guinea is powered not just by vessels, but by the people who manage operations, safety, logistics, and support on shore. In our shore teams, we focus on getting the details right and backing each other every step of the way. If you’re looking to be part of something that works - we’re ready when you are. Do you have a passion for Operational Leadership? If so, we’re looking for a **Port Manager** to join our team in Port Kembla & Eden on a Permanent Full-Time basis. **_Why You’ll Want to Join Us_** This is a senior operational leadership role at the heart of our Port Kembla & Eden operations, where your ability to lead people, manage complex day-to-day port activities, and drive safe and efficient vessel operations will have a direct impact on business performance. Working closely with frontline teams and key stakeholders, you’ll provide strategic and operational leadership across crew management, fleet readiness, customer relationships, and commercial outcomes — ensuring our operations remain safe, reliable, and commercially successful. **_How You’ll Make a Difference_** Reporting to the General Manager, your key responsibilities will include: * Lead and support day-to-day crew operations, fostering high performance, team engagement, and professional development. * Manage workforce planning, crew rostering, and industrial relations in line with Enterprise Agreements and operational requirements. * Oversee vessel and port operations, coordinating maintenance activities, contractors, and ensuring operational readiness of the fleet. * Monitor operational performance, budgets, and financial reporting while identifying opportunities for business growth and operational improvement. * Support tenders, new projects, and commercial opportunities, contributing to strategic planning and regional business development. * Champion safety standards by mai

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