Assistant Operations Manager – Stevedores

Associated British Ports

Assistant Operations Manager at ABP managing operational tasks for Stevedores in Southampton. Ensuring safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction within a competitive environment.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeSouthampton • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in operational management, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards and effective service delivery. Proficient in data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.

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Operational ManagementHealth & Safety ComplianceCustomer-Centric Service DeliveryData Analysis and PresentationContinuous Improvement Initiatives

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Hard Skills

Operational PlanningData AnalysisContinuous ImprovementISO 9001:2015 Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProactive AttitudeInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence

Industry Keywords

StevedoringService Level AgreementsHealth & Safety Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Operations Manager in leading the department (Stevedores)
Ensure operational tasks are planned efficiently, executed safely, and delivered in line with service level agreements (SLAs)
Drive a compliant Health & Safety culture
Ensure the efficient planning and delivery of vessel and non-vessel operations
Manage a key customer account, driving customer-centric excellence across the stevedoring teams
Collaborate closely with the Finance Business Partner to analyze financial and operational performance data

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience of working in a highly competitive, pressurised operational environment
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
A proactive, self-motivated attitude
The ability to communicate and influence effectively with people at all levels
Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
A strong, customer-focused approach to service delivery
Full UK driving licence
Working knowledge of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
The ability to organise, analyse, and present data with a solutions-focused approach
Experience of leading continuous improvement and change initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous remuneration package
Employer pension
Private health insurance
Range of other benefits