Port Terminal Operations Manager

Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Port Terminal Operations Manager to join our team at the Houston, TX Port. As a Port Terminal Operations Manager with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a bulk cement import terminal located at a marine port facility. This role oversees all terminal activities including vessel discharge operations using screw and vacuum ship unloaders, cement storage, inventory control, truck and/or rail loadout, maintenance, and personnel management. The Operations Manager drives operational performance while ensuring strict adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

5 to 10 or more years of experience in bulk material handling, cement, aggregates, or similar industries.
Proven experience managing port terminal or marine unloading operations.
Hands-on experience with screw-type and/or pneumatic (vacuum) ship unloaders strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of bulk conveying systems, dust collection, and silo storage operations.
Familiarity with OSHA, MSHA, and environmental regulations.
Leadership experience managing operations teams in an industrial environment.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Experience in cement import/export terminals.
Knowledge of marine logistics, vessel scheduling, and port operations.
Technical background in engineering, industrial systems, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Supervise terminal operators and contractors and use your team to assist maintenance personnel when necessary.
Provide training, coaching, and performance management for staff.
Develop staffing plans to support 24/7 or shift-based operations as required by vessel schedules.
Manage terminal operating budget, including labor, maintenance, and utilities.
Track key performance indicators, including unloading rates, downtime, safety metrics, and cost efficiency.
Prepare reports on operations, incidents, and performance for senior management.
Oversee day-to-day terminal operations including bulk cement receiving, storage, and dispatch.
Plan and execute vessel unloading operations using screw-type and vacuum ship unloaders.
Coordinate vessel schedules, berth assignments, and unloading timelines with port authorities, shipping agents, and logistics teams.
Optimize unloading rates, minimize vessel turnaround time, and reduce demurrage exposure.
Monitor unloading performance metrics and implement continuous improvements.
Coordinate with marine crews, surveyors, and inspectors for cargo verification and reporting.
Ensure compliance with port regulations, ISPS requirements, if applicable, and marine safety standards.
Lead and enforce a strong safety culture aligned with OSHA, MSHA, if applicable, and company standards.
Develop and implement safe work procedures for confined space entry, lockout/tagout, working at heights, and marine operations.
Conduct safety meetings, audits, incident investigations, and corrective action tracking.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations including dust emissions, spill prevention, and stormwater management.
Assist Maintenance with preventative and corrective maintenance programs for unloaders, conveyors, silos, compressors, blowers, and mobile equipment.
Coordinate with maintenance teams or contractors to ensure high equipment uptime and reliability.
Manage spare parts inventory and maintenance budgets.
Other duties as assigned.