Assistant Manager, Operations

APM Terminals • Miami, FL

8d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

APM Terminals Miami is seeking an experienced Assistant Operations Manager, Marine to support the safe and efficient execution of daily vessel operations. This role is responsible for coordinating operational resources, leading frontline teams, and ensuring productivity, safety, compliance, and customer service objectives are achieved. Working closely with terminal operations teams and external stakeholders, the Assistant Operations Manager, Marine will play a vital role in driving operational excellence, supporting workforce planning, and ensuring smooth vessel operations in a dynamic port environment. APM Terminals is a global leader in port and terminal operations, enabling global trade and driving sustainable growth through a mindset of continuous improvement. They look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating and value learning and commitment to improving daily operations.

Requirements

• Continuous improvement mindset: curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Maritime Studies, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in marine, terminal, logistics, transportation, or port operations
• Strong understanding of container terminal and vessel operations, cargo handling processes, and terminal equipment
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and employee development capabilities
• Strong communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic operational environment with variable shifts, including evenings and weekends

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the safe and efficient execution of daily marine and vessel operations
• Supervise, coach, and develop frontline supervisors and operational personnel
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and operational resources to optimize vessel productivity and terminal performance
• Monitor vessel operations and make real-time decisions to address issues and minimize operational delays
• Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, safety standards, and maritime requirements
• Collaborate with vessel planning, yard operations, maintenance teams, shipping lines, and port partners to support seamless terminal operations
• Analyze operational performance data and KPIs to identify trends and improve productivity
• Support incident investigations, corrective actions, workforce planning, scheduling, and resource allocation

Benefits

• Dynamic learning and training culture
• Opportunity to develop skills and advance careers
• Diverse, multinational workplace
• Exposure to complex marine and vessel operations within a global terminal network
• Opportunities to lead, coach, and develop frontline operational teams
• Collaboration with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Participation in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level