Duty Operations Manager - Gisborne Port
- Gisborne, New Zealand
- Full time
- Opening on: Oct 5 2026
What's on offer:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Full use company vehicle
- Free health insurance plus other great staff benefits
- Senior role in a dynamic operational environment
- Become part of a supportive team environment
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Duty Operations Manager to manage the Gisborne Stevedoring and Log Marshalling operation on the Gisborne port. Reporting to the Port Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day operations, ensuring safety and compliance standards are met, and delivering strong operational and customer outcomes. You will manage staff within the Port, coordinate resources, and work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners including port companies, customers, and vessel agents.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily operations across Gisborne
- 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 timesheets
- Ensure 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 25th October. We will be reviewing candidates as they come in, so be sure to submit your application quickly.