Terminal Operation Manager

Al Hamriyah, SH, AE, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Job Title:

Terminal Manager - Chemical Storage & Vessel Operations (HFZA)

Location:

Hamriyah Free Zone, Sharjah, UAE

About the Role



We are seeking an experienced

Terminal Manager

to lead operations at our chemical storage terminal in

Hamriyah Free Zone

. The role combines

operations management, EHS compliance, vessel handling, customs coordination, and free zone activity approvals

. The ideal candidate will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations while maintaining strong liaison with HFZA, Civil Defense, and other authorities.

Key Responsibilities



Manage

daily terminal operations

: tank farm, transfer pumps, pipelines, firefighting systems. Oversee

hazardous cargo handling

, nitrogen blanketing, static discharge control. Ensure compliance with

UAE EHS standards

: HAZOP, QRA, OSHA, NFPA, and Civil Defense codes. Handle

vessel operations

- berthing, loading/unloading, cargo transfer, and port documentation. Coordinate

customs clearances, gate passes, import/export documentation

. Manage

Hamriyah Free Zone portal activities

: activity approvals, permits, contract renewals. Conduct fire drills, safety training, and ensure readiness of firefighting and emergency systems. Supervise terminal staff: shift in-charge, operators, security, and fire teams. Manage

HR administration

: recruitment, training, duty rosters, and performance management. Oversee

MIS reporting, preventive maintenance, instrumentation, and stock records

. Supervise and develop terminal workforce: operators, shift in-charge, fire & safety team, security. Drive a

safety-first culture

across all levels of operations.

Storage & Handling of Chemicals / Hazardous Goods

Import & Export of Chemicals

Customs & Gate Pass Approvals

Vessel Operations & Berth Approvals

Nitrogen Blanketing & Degassing

(if applicable)

Tank Farm Operations Approval

Waste Management & Environmental Approvals

Fire & Safety Approval (Civil Defense)

Third-Party Certifications

Contract Renewal Approvals


Requirements



Degree in Engineering, Chemical, EHS, or related discipline. Proven experience in

chemical storage terminal operations

within UAE or GCC. Strong knowledge of

HFZA activity approvals, customs, and vessel operations

. Expertise in

HAZOP, QRA, hazardous cargo handling, and firefighting systems

. Ability to manage

contract renewals and regulatory documentation

. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1999815
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Al Hamriyah, SH, AE, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned