Marine & Maritime
Marine Engineer
Designs, operates, and maintains the propulsion, power, and mechanical systems that keep ships running.
TechnicalField BasedInternational
Marine & Maritime
Port Operations Manager
Oversees the day-to-day movement of ships, cargo, and equipment through a port or terminal.
Compare with another careerWhat you do
Coordinates berth scheduling, cargo handling, and equipment use to keep vessels loading, unloading, and departing on time. Manages operational staff, works with shipping lines and customs on logistics issues, and monitors safety and efficiency across the terminal.
Typical work environment
A mix of on-site terminal or dockside supervision and office-based planning and coordination, working closely with operational teams, shipping agents, and regulators.
Typical entry point
Operations supervisor or trainee manager at a port authority, terminal operator, or shipping line
Relevant subjects
Also relevant
Business StudiesGeographyMathematics
Relevant interests
Core
Logistics / Operations
Also relevant
Ships / MarineBusinessLeadership
Useful skills
Leadership· AdvancedOrganization· AdvancedCommunication· AdvancedProblem solving· Intermediate
These are useful, relevant skills to build over time — not a checklist you need to already have.
Common education routes
Bachelor's degree—Supply Chain / Logistics ManagementPrimary route
Bachelor's degree—Business Administration (BBA/MBA)Common route
Bachelor's degree—Marine EngineeringAlternative route
These are common routes in, not the only path — and not a university or course recommendation.
Career characteristics
Strong leadership opportunitiesHigh job security
General tendencies for this career, not a guarantee — actual roles vary by employer and location.
Industries
MarineShippingLogisticsSupply Chain
Tags
Non-STEMField-basedManagementClient-facing
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