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Container Terminal Operation Planner Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Collaborate with vessel planning, yard operations, maintenance teams, shipping lines, and port ... Strong understanding of container terminal and vessel operations, cargo handling processes, and ...

Port Planner - Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Join our Ports & Terminals Group to support planning initiatives for major container terminals ... and operations plans for port authorities, terminal operators, and stevedores. This role involves ...

At World Oil Terminal, we strive to be an employer of choice by recruiting, developing, and ... Knowledge of leadership, workforce planning, budgeting, and operational management principles.

At World Oil Terminal, we strive to be an employer of choice by recruiting, developing, and ... Knowledge of leadership, workforce planning, budgeting, and operational management principles.

Port Planner - Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Join our Ports & Terminals Group to support planning initiatives for major container terminals ... and operations plans for port authorities, terminal operators, and stevedores. This role involves ...

Port Planner - Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$125K - $145K/yr

Join our Ports & Terminals Group to support planning initiatives for major container terminals ... Conduct road, rail, and marine operations and infrastructure planning efforts in alignment with ...

Internship - Social Media

Los Angeles, CA

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

APM Terminals is ranked the world's fourth largest container terminal operator and APM Terminals ... Work closely with operational teams and communications stakeholders to tell authentic stories about ...

Internship - Social Media

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

APM Terminals is ranked the world's fourth largest container terminal operator and APM Terminals ... Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence ...

Observe and make recommendations regarding the efficiency of the Terminal's operational processes. * Assist in planning and coordinating customer service activities in consultation with the ...

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Yard Planner - Bayport

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Lead yard planning efforts on behalf of operations * Communicate with crane operators to expedite the loading of containers in and out of the terminals * Work interactively with stevedores to improve ...

... container terminals, with a strong track record of forming strategic joint ventures with other ... Ensure procurement and installation of operational technology components. * Ensure procurement of ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for container terminal operation planner in the United States is $21.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Container Terminal Operation Planner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,173 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Terminal Operations Manager

San Pedro, CA • On-site

Fenix Marine Services
Trucking • 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Terminal Operations Manager

The Terminal Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of terminal labor, vessel, yard, gate, and rail operations, ensuring the efficient, safe, and cost-effective handling of cargo. This role serves as the direct supervisor of the labor force, ensuring compliance with labor contracts and regulatory requirements while driving productivity and optimizing terminal performance.

Promote a culture of safety and ensure compliance with the highest level of safety standards.

Supervise and manage daily work assignments.

Assess labor needs for each shift and direct dispatchers in ordering appropriate labor.

Hire, schedule, and, when necessary, discipline or terminate labor in accordance with labor contract terms and company policy.

Monitor and enforce attendance, ensure proper payroll documentation.

Use discretion and judgment to shift resources between operational areas to improve throughput and labor efficiency.

Manage the coordination of yard, gate, vessel, and rail operations to maintain optimal container flow and equipment utilization.

Prepare and track departmental budgets, including labor forecasts and performance monitoring.

Produce and review managerial reports related to production, turn times, and labor deployment for the purpose of managing the operation.

Handle labor grievances, discipline, and arbitrations with knowledge of applicable union contracts and grievance procedures.

Bachelor's degree. Equivalent experience may be considered.

Minimum 5–7 years of terminal or stevedoring operations management experience, preferably in a unionized environment.

In-depth knowledge of terminal operations (vessel, yard, gate, and rail)

Familiarity with ILWU labor agreements and West Coast maritime labor practices

Regulatory knowledge including OSHA, PCMSC, and hazardous materials handling

Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills

Ability to manage shifting priorities and make quick, data-driven decisions

Proficiency with terminal operating systems (TOS) and Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to analyze budgets and operational performance metrics

This position requires availability for rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as dictated by terminal operations.

Work is performed in both office and outdoor terminal environments and may involve exposure to weather, noise, and moving equipment.