Company
Profile:
APM Terminals, we
are a team of over 20,000 employees spread across more than 60 countries united
by a passion to provide our expertise in port operations and container
management services. By providing the expertise and port infrastructure
essential to world trade, we actively support the advancement of the societies
around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential and build an even
stronger global community. Working with a team of talented professionals you
will get a chance to experience different cultures and make friends all over
the world.
You’ll find a culturally diverse, stimulating environment at any of
our offices, terminals or depots. When you join APM Terminals, the world is
your workplace.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position:
Position:
Job Title: Yard
Supervisor
Ref.: AT-036293
Location: Lagos
Key
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Ensures
that all Gate, Rail, Quay and Customs activities are completed as planned; - Ensures
compliance with standard operating procedures, company policies, local
regulations and international standards; - Supervises
Yard and Rail activities and coordinates with Control to meet terminal
objectives; - Effectively
use yard plans to monitor and arrange movement of equipment as
appropriate; - Work in
partnership with Planning, Gate, Quay and Maintenance to ensure that quay
operations, customs inspections, scanning, rail loading and truck turn
time targets are met; - Effectively
use verbal and written communication with Control to maintain adequate
customer service levels;
Performance
Management
- Ensures
that all subordinates know their accountabilities through regular
meetings, feedback sessions, performance reviews, Toolbox Talks, and
sharing of relevant company information; - Develop,
communicate and agree on established objectives, terminal targets and
deadlines with subordinates; - Counsels
subordinates, and where necessary, takes remedial action up to and
including termination recommendations; - Develop
staff by identifying and scheduling training (including “On the Job”,
Instructor Led and online training) to ensure that personal growth is
attained and terminal targets are met.
Reporting
- Completes
reports as required; - Reports
all security, injury, damage and environmental incidents to the shift
manager and HSSE;
Labour
Management
- Ensures
that the labour allocation and continuous work patterns for the shift are
being adhered to; - Follows
up on vacation scheduling, casual leave, absenteeism, and punctuality to
ensure terminal requirements are met;
Safety
- Instructs
subordinates in safe working practices; - Lead
emergency response procedures, assist incident investigations, identify
hazards, complete Safe Behaviour Observations, Yard Audits and assist in
risk assessments; - Actively
participates in HSE and Security incident reviews and monthly safety
meetings;
Other
- Completes
assigned projects within the agreed upon deadlines; - Performs
other duties as required;
Who we are
looking for
Qualifications:
- Ordinary
National Diploma (OND) in Management, Logistics, Business Administration
or related discipline. - Comprehensive
understanding of container terminal operations, especially vessel cargo
logistics, hazardous cargo, and special cargo handling requirements and
equipment. (Hazmat, LOLER, and PUWER certifications are beneficial)
Skills
- Experience
with information technology systems (Terminal Operating System experience
including Express and Navis Sparcs is preferred) - Proven
leadership capabilities with history of career progression - Effective
negotiation and conflict resolution skills combined with good counselling
and listening skills. - Excellent
command of English oral and written communications. - Familiarity
with one or more of the local languages (Pidgin, Yoruba, Hausa, and Ibo)
is beneficial.
Work
Requirements
- Valid
Driver’s Licence. - Must be
able to work rotating day and night shifts. - Must be
able to work outdoors in hot and cool temperatures in direct sunlight. - Must be
able to wear Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to:
Helmet, Safety Boots, Reflective Vest, Eye Protection and Hearing protection.
Experience
- Two
years experience in a container operations environment, or similar,
related industry. - Ability
to work under pressure in order to meet operational performance objectives
and deadlines. - Experience
with customer service, marketing, public relations, public speaking, or
coaching is beneficial. - Previous
experience of working in a multi cultural environment is an advantage.
How to Apply
All qualified candidates should Click here to apply online before 25th
December, 2013
