Operations Superintendent

Operations Superintendent

At Svitzer, keeping ports running and global trade moving takes more than crews on the water. Behind every safe towage job is a shore-based team making it happen. From operations and technical to planning, systems, and compliance - we rely on capable people who understand the importance of doing things properly. If you're looking for meaningful work with a tight-knit team that backs each other - you'll be in good company.

Passionate about leading people and keeping port operations running smoothly? Join us as an Operations Superintendent in Port Botany on a Permanent Full time basis.

This is a hands-on leadership role at the centre of our operations - where your ability to coordinate crews, manage day-to-day schedules, and respond to operational challenges will make a real difference. You'll be the go-to for ensuring vessels are resourced, supported, and running to plan. Working alongside the Port Manager and leading the frontline, you'll step up as a key leader, helping shape a safe, reliable, and high-performing operation across our Sydney ports.

Reporting to the Port Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee crew coordination, certification, and compliance to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable daily operations.
• Act as the primary contact for crew and Masters, supporting engagement, training, and a positive team culture.
• Work with People & Culture to support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning
• Build effective relationships with external stakeholders to keep local operations running smoothly
• Provide input to budgets, coordinate suppliers and contractors, and find practical ways to improve efficiency
• Provide on-the-ground support across sites, stepping in to resolve operational issues as needed
• Contribute to audits by providing accurate operational insights and supporting compliance reviews as needed
• Set the tone for safety, leading by example and driving continuous improvement in safe work practices

To thrive in this role, you'll bring:

• A working understanding of classification societies and statutory bodies is helpful, but we'll support your learning as you go
• Demonstrated experience leading teams in operational environments, ideally within the maritime industry.
• Proven ability to deliver cost-effective and timely operational and technical solutions.
• Experienced in budgeting, reporting, and proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective internal and external relationships.
• Knowledge of employment legislation, industrial awards, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and perform under pressure.
• Proactive team player committed to learning, safety, and professional development.
• A strong safety mindset and a willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to continuous improvement on the ground.

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job – we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don't meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!