Port Duty Manager

Location: Belfast
Salary: £47,290.00

Are you ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic operational environment where safety, efficiency and the customer experience come together every day? As a Port Duty Manager at Stena Line, you will help deliver smooth, safe and reliable port operations while supporting and developing the people who make it possible. This role offers a rare blend of hands‑on leadership, operational responsibility and real impact.

You will influence the passenger and driver experience every day, work with a supportive and highly motivated team, and contribute to continuous improvements that shape how our port operates. It’s a role for someone who enjoys variety, problem‑solving and leading people in an environment where teamwork truly matters.

• Lead and guide port teams according to Stena Line leadership principles.
• Manage day‑to‑day operational activities to ensure safe and efficient port operations.
• Maintain vessel schedules and operational standards.
• Drive improvements in efficiency, processes and safety.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate emergency responses and ensure staff training is up to date.
• Conduct audits, toolbox talks and inspections.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify training needs and support development within the team.
• Build strong relationships with local partners such as Port Authorities, Police and Border Force.

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive port team where everyone works together with a welcoming, caring and reliable mindset. The atmosphere is fast‑paced but friendly, and you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to doing a great job and helping each other succeed. You’ll also be part of a workplace that values psychological safety, continuous learning and clear communication, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and new ways of working.

• Concessionary travel on Irish Sea and North Sea routes
• 75% discount on UK Rail travel
• Company pension and life assurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, digital fitness and equipment
• Wellbeing cash plan (including dental, eye tests, health screening and more)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training, coaching and career development

At Stena Line, your personality matters just as much as your experience. You bring a calm, steady and supportive leadership style, even in a fast‑moving operational environment. You are confident in making decisions, enjoy working with people, and naturally build trust through communication and reliability. You value teamwork, safety and great customer experiences, and you understand the importance of creating an environment where colleagues feel supported and able to speak up.

As a leader at Stena Line, you are responsible for developing yourself, developing others and developing the business.

• Supervisory or leadership experience in maritime, logistics or transport operations
• Understanding of HSSE requirements and employment regulations
• Ability to lead operational teams using best practice
• Knowledge of port operations, safety procedures and emergency readiness
• Full clean driving licence

This is a full‑time, permanent position based in Belfast Victoria Terminal 1/2 within our Ports and Terminals department. To apply, please your profile and upload your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than 6th February 2026. We are reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, so please do not delay your application. Please note that due to GDPR, we cannot accept applications via email or postal mail.

If you have questions about the role or the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Kathryn Gallagher, Talent Acquisition Partner, at kathr We kindly decline approaches from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this position.

Stena Line is a leader in sustainable shipping, operating one of Europe’s most extensive route networks for both freight and passengers. With over 6,100 colleagues across Scandinavia, the UK, the North Sea and the Baltics, we play a vital role in connecting people, places and communities. Our purpose is to be a trusted link between people, places and societies. We ensure that people and goods arrive safely where they need to be, supporting trade, travel and connection.

We are committed to maintaining a sustainable, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from harassment and open to everyone. We welcome all applicants.