Operations Manager

Description

Summary: Seeking an Operations Manager to lead operational activities including stevedoring, log marshalling, and forestry operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and customer service. Highlights: 1. Lead all operational activities in a dynamic environment 2. Ensure compliance with safety standards and deliver exceptional customer service 3. Coordinate resources, manage performance, and achieve operational excellence **What's on offer:** * Competitive remuneration package * Free health insurance plus other great staff benefits * Leadership role in a dynamic operational environment * Become part of a supportive team environment **About the Role** We are seeking an Operations Manager to lead all operational activities in Napier including stevedoring log marshalling and forestry operations. This role reports to the Area Manager and is responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations compliance with safety standards and delivering exceptional customer service. You will coordinate resources manage performance and work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve operational excellence. **Specific Responsibilities:** * Oversee daily operations across stevedoring marshalling and forestry divisions in Napier * Ensure compliance with Qube’s safety environmental and operational standards * Coordinate labour resources and monitor operational performance * Liaise with customers port companies vessel agents and other stakeholders * Manage incident reporting investigations and corrective actions * Oversee invoicing timesheets and accurate reporting **Who we're after:** * Minimum 5 years' operational leadership experience * Strong leadership and organisational skills * Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities * Computer literacy and moderate Microsoft Excel skills * Practical thinker with multi-operational coordination experience **About us** Qube Ports NZ is a nationwide service provider offering a comprehensive range of cargo logistics stevedoring marshalling transportation warehousing services and IT solutions. Our pursuit of excellence empowers New Zealand exporters to compete effectively in global markets. ***You must pass a pre-employment medical and drug test and be eligible to work in New Zealand. You will also need to pass a pre-employment ACC & MOJ Criminal History Check.*** **Applications close on 9th January 2026. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in so be sure to submit your application quickly.**