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Vice President of Operations

Georgia Ports Authority -
Savannah, GA

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Job Details

6 days ago

Qualifications

Staff supervision
TWIC Card
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Rail transport operations
Intermodal transportation
Driver's License
Bachelor's degree
General management

Full Job Description

JOB INFORMATION:

Job Title: Vice President of Operations

Department(s): 5007 - COPS Yard & Vessel

Location(s): Garden City Terminal

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB OVERVIEW:

Under the supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Vice President of Operations is responsible for the overall management of the employees, condition of equipment, and budget within Georgia Ports Authority guidelines for all GPA Operations and Equipment Maintenance.

Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.

JOB DUTIES:

Oversees all equipment maintenance, container operations, breakbulk, crane operations, and ship operations functions for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Provides executive support to the Chief Operating Officer.
Monitors revenue and expenses for all subordinate activities and sets productivity goals and standards. Budgets allotted funds to meet objectives and monitors expenditures.
Provides a continuous program of selection, evaluation, promotion, and training of management & supervisory personnel from all departments. Monitors employee morale for areas of grievance.
Oversees all administrative services such as scheduling, inventory, communications, and complaint adjudication for all container operations, maintenance & equipment, breakbulk, crane operations, and ship operations.
Sets goals and long-term plans to include the development of new facilities and equipment for more efficient operations.
Oversees & monitors safety programs within all areas of responsibility
Develops and maintains good communication and relationships with all departments of the GPA as well as all port partners; including State & Federal Agencies.
Provides input into engineering and technical activities of GPA, including the development and preparation of budgets, planning documents, studies, and conceptual designs. Reviews and approves criteria for equipment selection.
Develops operational and capital budgets in conjunction with the Finance Department.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Must be knowledgeable in general business procedures related to the shipping industry.
Must have an extensive work and management background in modern container terminals, handling equipment, intermodal rail operations, and vessel operations.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels as well as members of the shipping industry and the general public.
Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills required.

Experience

10+ years of related work experience Required
10+ years of prior management experience Required

Education

Required Bachelor's Degree

Licenses & Certifications

TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required Upon Hire
Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required Upon Hire

Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.

Revised: 5/5/2026

Mission: To empower entrepreneurs, strengthen industries, sustain communities, and fortify families by relentlessly striving to accelerate global commerce.

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