Port Operations Manager

Carnival Corporation & plc is excited to announce: We are hiring a **Port Operations Manager** to join our Port Operations Team. This full-time permanent position will be based in the **Chatswood, Sydney** and report directly to the Senior Director, Port Operations. In this role, you will lead and coordinate port operations across the South Pacific Region. This role supports Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line and Seabourn, ensuring operational excellence across port logistics, agency management, infrastructure development and regulatory compliance. You'll play a central role coordinating seamless interactions between our vessels and the ports they visit - ensuring every arrival and departure is executed safely, efficiently and in line with company standards.

**First things first, check out what is on offer**

Competitive base + super

Work-life balance - 9-day (compressed hours) working fortnight with full-time pay. Yes, that's a long weekend every fortnight

Offering a hybrid work model - 2 days WFH and 3 days in the office

Fantastic Chatswood office location close to shops, public transport, restaurants, gyms and more

Fantastic discount on cruises, onboard product launches, airline, and hotel discounts through our partners

**Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to**:

- Manage all port agents across the region
- Oversee port logistics and liaise with port authorities and agents at all ports of call
- Coordinate supply logistics with purchasing and logistics teams
- Oversee port infrastructure and ensure compliance with safety, security, public health and environmental standards
- Drive cost effective operations across all port activities
- Maintain port information databases and cruise status reports for Carnival group vessels
- Foster strong relationships with vendors, government bodies and port personnel

**About You**:
You're a highly capable and adaptable professional with excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills. You thrive in fast paced, multi tasked environments, consistently meeting tight deadlines while maintaining a sharp eye for detail and precision in your work. Your decision making is grounded in the day-to-day operations of the business with a clear understanding of how this contributes to the long-term strategic goals. You're flexible and reliable, available to work weekends, after hours or on short notice to keep operations running smoothly.

**To be successful in the role, you will have demonstrated**:

- 3+ years shoreside operations experience
- Experience in quality assurance is a must
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional organisation, interpersonal and communication skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to outstanding customer service
- Strong analytical skills and independent problem solving ability
- Operational experience preferably in the cruise industry

**About Us**:
Carnival Corporation & plc is the world's largest leisure travel company, operating a fleet of more than 90 ships across the world's leading cruise brands, including Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Seabourn, Costa Cruises, AIDA Cruises, P&O Cruises (UK), and Cunard. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and London, UK, Carnival Corporation & plc delivers unforgettable vacation experiences to millions of guests annually, sailing to all seven continents and more than 700 ports of call worldwide. The company is committed to providing safe, sustainable, and innovative cruise experiences while fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and environmental stewardship. As a global leader in the cruise industry, Carnival Corporation & plc prides itself on delivering exceptional guest satisfaction through a combination of outstanding service, luxurious amenities, and exciting destinations.
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