Job Description

Company Overview

SCPS provides a wide range of services including contract stevedoring, with a flexible skilled labour working in the Port of Essex and Southampton. We are proud of our status as one of the largest contract stevedore's and continue to provide a high standard and quality of service to exceed our customers' expectations.

Summary

We are currently seeking to recruit an Assistant Operations Manager to work in our London Gateway Division - Port of Stanford-Lee-Hope. 37.5 Hours per week Office Based at London Gateway, Essex.

The Assistant Manager - is an associate of the General Operations Manager, who will assist the General Operations Manager in executing their responsibilities. The assistant manager acts on the direct instructions of the manager. When the general operations manager is not available. He/she sees the smooth coordination working in the interest of the general operations manager and will take the general operation managers place as representative of that position

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist General Operations Manager to carry out their responsibilities. High level presence / representation of the Manager and Company. Strategic Planning and execution of responsibilities. Conducting Disciplinary Hearings and Appeals Conducting Grievance Hearings and Appeals. Weekly Meeting / Reporting with Operations Manager Union Collaboration / Negotiating. Attend and Lead Internal Daily / weekly meetings and Customer Meetings. Support company recruitment processes. Implement operational strategies that align with company goals. Monitor performance metrics and identify areas for improvement. Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies. Foster a collaborative team environment focused on excellence. Liaise with customer to understand their needs and expectations. Prepare reports on operational performance for senior management.

Qualifications

Proven experience in an operations management role within the marine or logistics industry. Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions. Familiarity with safety regulations in stevedoring operations is preferred.

The main requirements for the position are:

Able to work - Office based Monday to Friday in the Port of Sandford- Lee- Hope

Flexible work availability to meet Business Needs.

Excellent communication skills.

IT Skills including EXCEL, 365 / TEAMS / WORD

Minimum 5 Years experience in same / similar role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 56,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company events Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

Are you able to be office based working in the Port of Sandford - Lee Hope Essex
Experience:

managerial: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/10/2025