Assistant Marine Manager

Job Summary

Assistant Marine Manager role at Matson, Inc.

Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply chain lifeline for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and islands of the South Pacific. We also offer the top two ocean shipping services in the world’s largest trade lane – Asia to the U.S. West Coast. With our subsidiaries Matson Terminals and Matson Logistics, our business focus is exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.

We strive to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner and promote land‑based environmental programs in Hawaii, Guam, and Alaska. We help improve the communities in which we work and live through our community‑giving program that annually supports hundreds of local organizations. Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.

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The Assistant Marine Manager position facilitates the discharge and backloading of vessels to ensure their on‑time departure from Kodiak and on‑time arrival to our sister ports. The role coordinates workflow to allow for a smooth and timely transition of operational needs, remains enthusiastic and flexible throughout an ever‑changing environment, accurately manages union workflow assignments, stevedoring operations, stowage planning, and collaborates closely with the hostler dispatcher.

You will maintain positive relationships with labor, contract workers, and governmental regulatory agencies; account for efficient yard operations to ensure expedited movement of cargo through the port; maximize vessel operational needs and equipment efficiencies to meet or exceed standards; cross‑train in other departments to broaden understanding of terminal operations and provide coverage; and support the Operations/SQES Manager in tasks related to safety, security, and environmental standards (e.g., OSHA reporting, SWPPP compliance) and other duties as assigned.

• Manage, plan, and implement terminal operations to achieve the highest level of marine productivity and customer service at the lowest cost and efficient workforce utilization.
• Maintain key performance objectives and ensure that vessel pro forma schedule requirements are met or exceeded.
• Develop effective and productive communications and relationships with inter‑terminal departments, unions, contract vendors, government agencies, and customers in a quality, customer‑focused manner.
• Coordinate and plan with vessels, marine departments, and vessel support personnel where necessary to ensure an accurate and safe stowage plan for all vessels.
• Directly communicate and plan with terminal, marine, and fleet operations personnel (Matson and other carriers) the requirements of marine operations and resolve problems as required.
• Accurately account for productivity on vessels and account for stevedoring activities for other organizations directed by Matson for the purpose of billing.
• Direct and lead all work assignments for the ILWU (International Longshore & Warehouse Union) and Teamsters in a productive, efficient, and cost‑effective manner.
• Manage the performance of union personnel daily, including recommending or implementing disciplinary actions as needed.
• Act as alternate Facility Safety Officer (FSO).

• Effective Communications – Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different work groups.
• Directs Work – Demonstrates leadership capabilities by stepping up and tackling tough assignments and providing direct and actionable feedback.
• Collaboration – Maintains positive work relationships by collaborating and building a team; partners with others to get work accomplished and trust and support from multiple union groups.
• Decision‑Making – Makes quick decisions in time‑sensitive situations, considering all relevant factors and using appropriate criteria and principles.
• Situational Adaptability – Is adaptable and can revise plans to…