Associate Manager - Steel Operation

About the Company

Adani Group is a prominent diversified Indian conglomerate consisting of 10 publicly traded entities. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, it excels as a market leader in logistics and energy sectors, managing extensive infrastructure projects nationwide with operations and maintenance standards set on a global bench-mark. The group uniquely holds four Investment Grade (IG) rated businesses, making it the only infrastructure IG issuer in India.

Adani Ports and SEZ has evolved from a conventional port operator into India’s leading integrated port services provider. For over two decades, it has been the largest port organization offering comprehensive services such as cargo handling, container terminal management, logistics solutions, infrastructure development, customs clearance, port security, and environmental sustainability, thereby playing a vital role in international trade and transport.

Job Purpose

The Shift In-Charge for Steel and Project Cargo is tasked with supervising all shift-related operations involving steel and project cargo at the port. The role is pivotal for ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant shift management, aligned with operational targets and service quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities within the shift pertaining to steel and project cargo, ensuring smooth and timely operations.
• Effectively allocate and oversee resources—equipment and manpower—to handle cargo operations during each shift.
• Enforce strict compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols throughout shift activities.
• Maintain client communications during shifts to address immediate operational issues and uphold customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate logistical tasks including loading, unloading, and transportation to optimize cargo movements.
• Analyze operational performance metrics continuously and introduce improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Stay updated with the latest digital and AI developments to integrate modern solutions that support business competitiveness.

Stakeholders

Internal: Heads of Dry Cargo, Logistics, Steel and Project Cargo Operations sections; Line manager and team members within Steel and Project Cargo; other department heads.

External: Potential clients, government and regulatory agencies, trade organizations, and competitors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualification: MBA, B.E., or B. Tech in any discipline.
• Experience: 6 to 12 years in steel coil and cargo operations, including expertise in cargo movement, stacking, loading, and unloading.