OPERATIONS EXPERT (EXPANSION PROJECT)

Operations Expert (Expansion Project) Trieste, Via degli Alti Forni snc. HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l. Transport/Logistik/Containerumschlag HHLA PLT Italy is a multipurpose maritime terminal started in 2021, located in the middle of the fast-growing North Adriatic market. Here, the Expansion Project Team, carried out by the company Logistica Giuliana, is planning and executing a game changer phased project aiming to integrate the current facility into a fully automated state-of-the-art container terminal, making use of the most advanced technologies and expertise. The vision for our growing Operations Team, is a combination of senior and junior profiles bringing Project Management and Operational Planning/Execution know-how coming from specific terminal experiences. The main activities of the team will be related to process design, business analysis and project management, with regular and frequent interfaces with both internal departments (mainly Civil Engineering, Equipment, IT & Automation), and external parties (vendors, consultants, HHLA support from the headquarter). What you can expect Level of exposure to challenges and responsibilities directly proportional to the relevant experience, and always oriented to your professional growth Specific theoretical and on-the-ground training ensured by HHLA and its subsidiaries, based on actual needs Wide involvement in all the multidisciplinary aspects of a complex mixed brown-greenfield terminal project Direct exposure to business design and decision-making Responsibilities in project management of operational topics Implementation of advanced automation solutions Strong collaborative environment Clear and measurable personal targets Comply with all the safety and security rules and regulations lead by example Support the department and business unit where required Follow the corporate authority matrix, contract policies compliance guidelines Actively report improvement opportunities to direct report What you bring to the table Here below is reported the whole skillsets of the to-be Operations Team (Expansion). We don't expect anybody to bring this all, but we are looking for very curious people with at least some key elements, open to share know-how, and willing to both teach and learn regardless of the seniority. Good English (Italian and/or German are a plus) Previous terminal experience (planning/execution of container operations is key; other experience in Rail-cargo, RoRo, General Cargo, or from non-operational departments of container terminals are highly valued) Knowledge of different container handling equipment Previous experience in industrial automation and related safety regulation Process mapping and design Gap analysis techniques Data analytics and Continuous Improvement AI applications to industrial environments Operational simulation methodologies Requirement engineering of terminal IT systems Project management Strong communication skills Stakeholder management The ideal candidate would have a valid EU working permit and would be willing to relocate to Trieste. As an international logistics company with its roots in Hamburg, HHLA stands for cosmopolitanism and tolerance. We are convinced of the advantages of different perspectives, experiences and competences. Our aim is to create a working environment in which humanity, mutual respect and appreciation are the basis for the actions of all employees. If you would like to shape the future of HHLA PLT (Logistica Giuliana) together with us, we look forward to receiving your detailed application - preferably online via our application form. Your contact HHLA PLT Italy S.r.l. HR Management #J-18808-Ljbffr