Head of Cavite Terminal

About the role

Asian Terminals, Inc. (ATI)—a premier international port operator—is seeking a seasoned port operations leader to assume the role of Head of Cavite Terminal, with full responsibility for the Tanza Container Terminal and the Cavite Inland Logistics Terminal (ILT).

This is a senior leadership position accountable for the overall performance, safety, compliance, and efficiency of terminal and inland logistics operations. Reporting to the VP – Chief Operations Officer, the role plays a critical part in driving operational excellence, people development, and long‑term growth.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and manage end‑to‑end port, terminal, and inland logistics operations in Cavite.
• Drive performance across productivity, safety, service quality, and cost efficiency.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational, safety, and environmental systems.
• Ensure full compliance with port regulations, government requirements, and company policies.
• Optimize manpower, equipment, and infrastructure utilization.
• Build strong working relationships with shipping lines, customers, regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Lead, coach, and develop operational teams; manage performance and industrial relations.
• Support strategic initiatives related to infrastructure, equipment, systems, and organizational capability.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in port or terminal operations, including leadership of operational teams.
• International port or terminal operations experience is highly welcome.
• Strong understanding of container terminal and/or inland logistics operations.
• Proven ability to develop and execute long‑term operational strategies aligned with business growth.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

** This role is based on-site in Tanza, Cavite. **

Why Join Us

• This role offers the opportunity to lead two critical logistics assets, shape operational strategy, and make a tangible impact on service performance, safety, and growth. It is well‑suited for experienced terminal operations leaders ready to take on a broad, high‑impact leadership role.

About Asian Terminals Incorporated

Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) is an operator, developer, and investor of ports and terminals. It is ranked among the top 500 corporations in the Philippines and is part of the global ports network of Dubai-based industry leader DP World – its strategic foreign equity partner.

ATI operates the Manila South Harbor – the premier international trade gateway for Metro Manila, the Batangas Container Terminal – the most modern container port for Calabarzon, the Integrated Batangas Port which includes the Batangas Passenger Terminal – recognized as the Biggest, Busiest, and most Modern interisland transport hub in the country, and strategic Inland Logistics Terminals in Manila, Laguna and Batangas which serve as major dry port infrastructure and linchpins to economic zones in Luzon. In 2024, ATI launched its most recent marine infrastructure and innovative trade solution the Tanza Container Barge Terminal, operated by its subsidiary Tanza Container Terminal Inc. The container barge terminal is operationally linked to Manila South Harbor, offering direct connectivity for Cavite-based industries to international destinations, while contributing to reducing carbon emissions and road traffic congestion by moving boxes more efficiently via barging.

By combining top quality Filipino management with the international leadership of DP World, ATI takes pride in providing comprehensive and reliable terminal and logistics services for commodities and people across markets, including containerized and non-containerized cargoes, bulk and break-bulk cargoes, roll-on/roll-off shipment, and local and international passengers -- comprehensive service offerings which come second to none in the Philippine port industry.

Anchored on four decades of proven industry track-record, ATI sets its sights into the future by continuously investing on terminal infrastructure, processes, and technologies to further increase efficiency, safety, and productivity, while keeping in step with the robustly expanding economy. ATI ensures that these vital economic pillars remain responsive to market needs and competitive to customer demands in line with and in fulfilment of its commitment with the Philippine Ports Authority.