Operations Manager

Operations Manager – Ship-to-Ship (STS) Operations


Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Full-time, permanent position.


Opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager specialising in Ship-to-Ship (STS) operations for a maritime organisation based in Rio de Janeiro. This position offers the chance to lead regional STS operations, develop teams, and ensure safe, compliant, and commercially effective service delivery.


Client Overview
Our client is a well‑established international organisation within the maritime industry. 



Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day STS operations within the assigned region.
• Ensure all STS transfers are executed safely and in compliance with OCIMF guidelines and local regulations.
• Manage relationships with charterers, oil majors, traders, vessel owners, agents, and service providers.
• Coordinate operational resources, including mooring masters, fenders, hoses, support craft, and local contractors.
• Lead, train, and develop regional operations personnel.
• Recruit and build local operations teams where required.
• Drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and best practices.
• Support incident investigations, emergency response activities, and HSEQ initiatives.
• Assist with regional business development, tenders, and operational planning.

Must‑have Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ shore‑based STS operational experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience leading and managing operational teams.
• Strong knowledge of OCIMF STS Transfer Guide requirements.
• Experience managing tanker and marine logistics operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent operations in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Master Mariner, Chief Officer, Marine Superintendent, or similar maritime background.
• Experience working with oil majors, traders, and international tanker operators.
• Previous experience establishing or expanding STS operations in new regions.
• Experience in the Middle East, Brazil, India, or other major STS hubs.

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