Jetty Operations Manager

Job Description: Jetty Operations Manager
Position: Jetty Operations Manager
Location: Batangas City, Batangas, Philippines
Reporting To: Operating Committee (OPCOM)
Employment Type: Full-Time


Position Summary
The Jetty Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and compliance of the Joint Operations (JO) Facility, including Jetties 1, 2, 3, and any future jetty/port facility. This role ensures efficient, safe, and compliant throughput operations for the company and its joint venture partners. The incumbent will manage the Operations Team, coordinate with government agencies, and ensure alignment with the company’s and SPC’s joint objectives.


Key Responsibilities
1. Operational Management & Oversight
• Lead the Operations Team in managing jetty operations, throughput, and terminal activities.
• Ensure adherence to the Operations Manual and implement operational best practices.
• Maintain smooth coordination between the company and its joint venture partners.
• Supervise jetty activities to meet safety, efficiency, and quality standards.

2. Compliance & Regulatory Coordination
• Ensure compliance with Philippine Ports Authority (PPA), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Local Government Units (LGUs), and other regulatory bodies
• Support the company in maintaining its Foreshore Lease Agreement (FLA), Permit to Operate (PTO), and other contractual obligations with the government.
• Ensure that all environmental, health, safety, and security (HSSE) regulations are met.
• Coordinate with its joint venture partner/s for regulatory audits, permit renewals, and safety inspections.

3. Financial & Budget Management
• Oversee the Major Operational Expenditure (OPEX) budget, ensuring cost efficiency and adherence to the 60%-40% financial split (The company-SPC).
• Monitor operational costs, ensure accurate reporting, and manage third-party service provider expenses.
• Propose and justify capital expenditure (CAPEX) requirements for jetty improvements.

4. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Coordination
• Manage, mentor, and train Operations Team personnel, ensuring skill development and performance excellence.
• Act as the primary point of contact for OPCOM, providing operational updates and recommendations.
• Facilitate collaboration between the company and SPC personnel and align objectives.
• Ensure effective coordination with third-party contractors, suppliers, and consultants.

5. Safety & Risk Management
• Develop and Enforce strict HSSE policies to maintain a safe and secure jetty environment.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate operational hazards.
• Develop contingency plans for emergency response and crisis management.

6. Performance Monitoring & Reporting
• Establish and monitor KPIs for jetty efficiency, safety, and compliance.
• Provide regular reports to OPCOM on operational performance, issues, and recommendations.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping of throughput volumes, incidents, and financial expenditures.


Qualifications & Experience
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Maritime Studies, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in terminal operations, port management, or oil & gas logistics.
• Strong knowledge of maritime regulations, PPA requirements, and HSSE standards.
• Experience in managing joint ventures, multi-stakeholder operations, or shared infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, financial reporting, and cost optimization
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:
• Previous experience working with Shell, other oil & gas companies, or port/terminal operators.
• Knowledge of foreshore lease agreements and port asset transfer regulations.
• Certifications in HSSE, PPA compliance, or terminal operations management.

Key Competencies
• Strategic Leadership – Ability to align jetty operations with the company -SPC objectives.
• Operational Excellence – Ensures smooth and cost-effective jetty throughput operations.
• Regulatory Acumen – Deep understanding of PPA, environmental, and maritime laws.
• Financial Discipline – Ability to manage budgets, optimize costs, and track expenditures.
• Safety & Risk Management – Strong commitment to HSSE and operational risk mitigation.
• Stakeholder Coordination – Skilled at managing multi-party joint ventures and external agencies.

Reporting Structure
• Reports to: Operating Committee (OPCOM)
• Direct Reports: Operations Team
• Liaises with: the company and SPC management, PPA, regulatory agencies, third-party contractors