Port Operations Manager jobs — apply across leading maritime employers

Demand for port operations managers in the global maritime market is exceptionally strong. Maritime employers report a 13% year-on-year increase in Port Operations Manager mandates, driven by container throughput growth, automation programs, and new terminal investments globally.

Port Operations Manager compensation typically falls between $82.8k and $161k, with experienced port ops managers in the global maritime market commanding $161k+ at leading shipowners, managers, ports, cruise operators, and offshore players. Total compensation often includes leave pay, travel, joining bonuses, performance pay, and ship-type or DP allowances.

Port Operations Managers typically progress to Port Manager, Terminal Operations Manager roles, or into terminal manager, port operations director, and port authority leadership across the global hiring maritime market.