Terminal Manager - Port of Anchorage

Arctic Slope Regional Corporation


Manage a bulk petroleum storage facility (terminal) that includes 9 product tanks, two truck racks, rail rack, a main office building, and utilizes the Port of Anchorage Valve Yard (POAVY) for vessel operations.  Manage a staff of up  to 10 operators who work a rotational shift.  Responsible for the movement of aviation grade fuel, ultra-low sulfur diesel fuels, and gasoline into and out of the facility safely, compliantly, and efficiently. Administrative responsibilities include planning, budgeting, documenting, assessing, and improving site operations.  Previous experience supervising and working in the petroleum industry is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (and other duties as assigned)

  1. Ensure that safety and efficient performance of maintenance and operation activities is in accordance with Company standards and regulatory guidelines.
  2. Implement and communicate operating procedures and expectations aligned with corporate and industry standards.
  3. Conduct day-to-day operations management and issue resolution at the facility to ensure terminal is operating safely and efficiently.
  4. Supervise, direct, and train workforce to company and regulatory requirements.
  5. Maintain, communicate, and implement safety, environmental, regulatory and compliance standards and procedures.
  6. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal environmental regulations and provide direction to ensure strict compliance.
  7. Maintain compliance with the State required Contingency and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans.
  8. Respond to system emergencies.
  9. Consult on capital and expense projects.  Develop funding requests.
  10. Ensure the safety of self, employees, and contractors. Demonstrates safety leadership.
  11. Maintain strong interpersonal, oral / written communication skills, and computer literacy.
  12. Provide direct supervision / leadership to staff.
  13. Knowledge of specifications, quality assurance and petroleum measurement procedures for all Company products.
  14. Conduct barge cargo operations, planning & management.
  15. Develop and manage the annual terminal operating budget. Meet budget as required.
  16. Understand and maintain procedures for the prevention and response strategies for land and on­ water spills.
  17. Understand pipeline & piping components (i.e., valves, pumps, gauges) with the ability to maintain / repair this equipment as needed.
  18. Understand the operation, repair and maintenance of above ground storage tanks and cathodic protection systems.
  19. Identify opportunities for improvements or enhancements for equipment, facilities, resources, processes, training, innovative technologies, etc.
  20. Understand Incident Command Structure and response.
  21. Ensure overall site security of the facility.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. The Terminal Manager will lead and manage all personnel within the department, ensuring compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: 
  2. Recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding employees to build a capable and engaged workforce.
  3. Providing consistent coaching, training, and development opportunities to enhance team performance and individual growth.
  4. Managing performance through regular evaluations, goal setting, and feedback.
  5. Addressing and resolving employee concerns professionally and promptly to maintain a positive work environment.
  6. Planning and assigning work schedules, ensuring optimal staffing and coverage to meet operational needs.
  7. Monitoring and directing day-to-day activities to ensure safety, productivity, and efficiency.
  8. Administering disciplinary actions as necessary, following established company policies.
  9. Fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork across all levels of the department.
  10. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

 

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR MANAGER OF MANAGERS LEVEL

ASRC’s Core competencies include Leading Self, Leading People and Leading the Organization.  In addition to our core competency model, our framework includes competencies specific to the various levels of positions within our company.  For more information on our core competencies please contact the HR Department and reference the ASRC Leadership Framework.

  1. Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
  2. Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
  3. Problem Solving: Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers.
  4. Priority Setting: Creates focus by spending their time, and the time of others, on what’s important.
  5. Motivating Others: Creates an environment where people want to do their best. Makes each individual feel their work is important and can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team members.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  1. Education: Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field, or a combination of education and equivalent experience (e.g., 10 years of relevant professional experience).
  2. Experience: At least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience in operational management, logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, energy, or industrial settings.  Experience in petroleum pipeline and/or bulk fuel terminal operations is preferred but not required.
  3. Skills: Demonstrated knowledge of safety protocols, regulatory compliance, and operational procedures in a high-stakes or regulated environment.
  4. Licenses: Valid Driver's License.
  5. Certifications: Current TWIC or ability to qualify for TWIC within the first 90 days of employment.
  6. Knowledge: Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations related to industrial or terminal operations.  Candidates with the ability to quickly learn and apply these regulations are encouraged to apply.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to author routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees or customers.

 MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

 REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to  50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job includes the ability to adjust focus.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment consists of a variety of settings including a busy office, control room, maintenance shop, truck rack, tank farm, and dock facility.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and may be required to travel in small and large commercial aircraft.

 

NOTE: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.  The statements contained herein are intended to describe the principal functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibilities, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

 

Petro Star Inc., a division of ASRC, is a drug free workplace and pre-employment drug testing is part of the hiring process.

ASRC and its family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status or any other legal protected status.  EOE:  M|F|D|V

Petro Star Inc. is the refining division of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

ASRC's family of companies apply a shareholder preference in employment, to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.

Anchorage, AK

9 day(s) ago