Mohd Rafizal bin Esmail

Mohd Rafizal bin Esmail has over 20 years of experience in conventional terminal operations and currently serves as the General Manager of the Bulk & Break Bulk Terminal at Johor Port Berhad. He oversees the planning and execution of cargo handling operations for liquid bulk, dry bulk and break bulk cargoes.

With dry bulk cargo being a major contributor to Johor Port’s throughput, he has been actively involved in strengthening operational controls and SOPs to ensure cargo is handled efficiently while minimising environmental impact such as dust emissions, cargo spillage and operational pollution risks. His experience is particularly relevant in managing terminals that handle both edible and non-edible cargoes, where sustainability and operational discipline are equally critical.

In addition, Mohd Rafizal was actively involved in the development of Written Instructional Material (WIM) for Ship-to-Shore Crane Container Terminal Operation, H522-012-3:2021, during his time at the Johor Port Skills Centre (JP Skills Centre), contributing to skilled workforce and structured operational competency within the port industry

With strong practical exposure to terminal operations and a continuous improvement mindset, he brings valuable industry insight into how ports can achieve operational efficiency while upholding environmental stewardship and sustainable port management practices.