Port Operations Specialist

Project overview

• Support port, terminal, and transport operations in connection with wind turbine components.
• Creation and maintenance of storage plans and shunting plans using AutoCAD or similar 2D drawing programs.
• Review and optimization of storage concepts, load positioning, and traffic flows.
• Verification of compliance with handling instructions and storage regulations.
• Conduct site inspections and operational assessments.
• Identification of problems in operations, safety, and cargo handling, and initiation of corrective actions.
• Support in the investigation of cargo damage and operational incidents.
• Coordination with terminals, port workers, transport companies, surveyors, and project teams.
• Provision of clear operational feedback and recommendations to management.

Requirements

Travel:

Regular travel to European ports and terminals

The Position

We are looking for an experienced Port Operations Specialist to support the handling and storage of wind turbine components within our European logistics network. This is a hands-on operational role focused on daily support, site inspections, storage planning, troubleshooting, and coordination with terminals, transport providers, and project stakeholders. The position requires regular presence at ports and terminals across Europe. Experience with wind turbine components, planning storage layouts, and at least basic experience with road transport of wind turbine components are mandatory.

Applicants without experience in these areas will not be considered.

Additional Information:

Project No.: 1084269

Job Type: Location: Start: 01.11.2026 Duration: 6 months +

• Experience in port operations, terminal operations, heavy transport, project cargo, or shipping logistics.
• Experience in handling wind turbine components.
• Experience in creating storage plans with AutoCAD or comparable 2D drawing programs.
• Experience in the road transport of wind turbine components.
• Practical understanding of handling, storage planning, and transport operations.
• Ability to read and apply handling instructions and operational procedures.
• Willingness to travel
• German at least level C1.
• English at least level B2.
• Residence in Germany, preferably in Rostock.
• Practical professional experience is weighted higher than academic qualifications.

Project details

• Start: 01.11.2026
• Duration: 6 Monate +
• Location: DE
• Languages: German