APM Terminals

Chief Operations Officer - APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

About APM TerminalsMedPortTangier

APM TerminalsMedPortTangieris one of the world’s most advanced and efficient container terminals, strategicallylocatedon the primary East/West shipping route through the Mediterranean. Launched in 2019 and expanded through 2024, the terminal now offerscutting-edgeautomation, including remote-controlled super post-Panamax cranes and automated yard operations, supporting an annual capacity of 9 million TEUs.

The Role-Chief Operations Officer
As Chief Operations Officer at APMTerminalsMedPortTangier,you’llprovide strategic leadership across all operational, technical, and IT functions of the terminal. Your mission? Drive maximum productivity while delivering outstanding service to shipping lines and stakeholders. This is a pivotal role in shaping the terminal’s growth and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Governance

• Ensuresend-to-end delivery, productivity, efficiency, costleadershipand continuous improvement across all areas.Ensuresthat terminal is on par with or exceeding benchmarks.

  
  
  

• Define and implement operational standards, procedures, and long-term goals for sustainable growth. 

  
  
  

• Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction. 

  
  
  

• Drives full compliance with HSErequirements andensures asafetyculture and environment.

  
  
  

• Champion technology adoption to enhance operational performance. 

  
  
  

• Drives and proactivelyfollowup on performance management metrics. Ensures delivery within or under budget, and rolemodelscost leadership.

  
  
  

Stakeholder & Commercial Management

• Build strong relationships with government authorities, port stakeholders, customers, and community representatives.

  
  
  

• Represent the terminal in publicforums andduring critical negotiations or inspections.

  
  
  

• Act as the key liaison betweenMedPorts’operations and regional/global APMTerminalsleadership teams.

  
  
  

• Hasdeepunderstanding of financials, including the impact of any decision on the customer and overall business results.

  
  
  

Operational excellence powered by Lean

• Upholds our Lean operating system, driving SQDC and operating model with relentless discipline andrigour.

  
  
  

• Drives continuous improvement in all aspects, ensuring incremental improvement on an ongoing basis, in addition to transformation.

  
  
  

• Drives full compliance with HSErequirements andensures asafetyculture and environment.

  
  
  

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Provide inspirational leadership totheMedPort’steam, fostering a high-performance culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, and safety.

  
  
  

• Fosters collaboration and teamwork toidentifyand implement the best solutions, and drive required business results

  
  
  

• Iswell connected with frontlineemployees andleads and empowers people toleveragepotential and performance.

  
  
  

• Actively coaches, develops and grows people, including ensuring succession forownposition and team.

  
  
  

WhatWe’reLooking For

• A seniorleader with a proventrack recordin container or port operations,logistics, or infrastructure management.

  
  
  

• Demonstrated ability to lead large, multicultural teams and drive change in challenging environments.

  
  
  

• Strong business acumen and experience managing complex P&L responsibilities.

  
  
  

• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.

  
  
  

• Lean-minded: We are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement – someone who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and driven to make things better every day.

  
  
  

• Is excited by ongoing,difficult work, and enjoys the process. Thrives on solving complex problems and situations.

  
  
  

• Has a natural curiosity and interest in innovation.

  
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Logistics, ora relatedfield. An MBA or equivalent qualification is preferred.

  
  
  

• Fluency in English; Frenchand/or Arabicis a plus.

  
  
  

Why Join Us?
This role offers exposure to complex operational challenges and strategic decision-making at one of the world’s most advanced terminals.You’llgain experience in general management, strategy development, and large-scale project leadership—opening doors to senior roles such as Head of Terminal or Regional Operations.

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