Operations Manager

Position: Operations Manager

Location: Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya HQ, Malaysia

Join GAC and Drive Logistics & Offshore Operations

Are you an experienced, results-driven logistics professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in an environment where operational excellence, initiative, and collaboration are valued? If you’re passionate about managing logistics, offshore operations, and building high-performing teams, GAC Cargo Systems (M) Sdn Bhd wants to hear from you.

The Role
This role oversees and leads all logistics and offshore operations, including sea freight, air freight, trucking, warehousing, rig support, ship spares, and vessel layup management. The successful candidate will ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and profitable business growth.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading daily logistics and offshore operations, ensuring timely and accurate execution across all modes of transport.

• Coordinating rig mobilization/demobilization and vessel layup projects while adhering to client requirements and local regulations.

• Key liaison with authorities such as Customs, Marine Department, Port Authorities, and local councils.

• Supporting business development by identifying opportunities, preparing quotations, and collaborating with commercial teams.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and service providers.

• Leading, coaching, and developing operations and customer service teams to ensure competency and performance.

• Monitoring budgets, KPIs, productivity, and operational costs to achieve profitability.

• Ensuring HSSE compliance and risk management across all operational activities.

What we’re looking for:

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related disciplines preferred; minimum Diploma required.

• At least 7 years’ experience in logistics/forwarding; 3 to 4 years in rig support, vessel layup, or marine/offshore operations.

• Proven track record in managing operations teams and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
  

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and logistics software.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.

• High levels of professionalism, integrity, and resilience.

• Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia (spoken and written) is required.
  

Why join GAC?
As a GAC employee, you will:

• Become part of the GAC global community, where people are valued for who they are, not just their job title.

• Work within a multinational organization in a dynamic and challenging environment.

• Face opportunities that support your personal growth and the company’s operational success.

• Join us on our journey towards a more sustainable future.

• Benefit from structured training and development programmes.

• Enjoy competitive salary and benefits.
  

If you think you have what it takes to become part of our team, we look forward to receiving your application.

Please note that as well as working to recruit staff members via GAC channels, GAC does use third-party recruiters to recruit for specific positions within the Group. A genuine third-party recruiter working with GAC will never ask for payment to facilitate an interview. Always apply through our official channels on https://career.gac.com/ or our LinkedIn listing.