Overview:
We currently have a vacancy for a Cargo Superintendent (CSI). The position will be based in Southampton, UK.
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Under the directon of Vessel Services Manager, ensure all activities associated with the turn-around of the vessels are undertaken in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
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Managing cargo operations, maintain quality cargo handling procedures and damage prevention in accordance with WW’s processes and instructions.
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Ensure all KPI’s are met, including but not limited to, meeting carriers cargo handling procedures; achieving units per hour; and carrying out these responsibilities to within the prescribed deadlines and costings.
Job Description:
Essential Competences
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Positive attitude to work.
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Leading by example.
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Commercial mindset/ability to recognise opportunities to enhance the productivity of vessel operations and the wider department.
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Able to work under pressure and to strict vessel sailing deadlines.
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Meet changing priorities and business needs in a positive and flexible manner.
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Meticulous and data driven – high level of data input accuracy is essential.
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To be able to direct staff as appropriate, set tasks and measure performance.
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Able to deal with conflict in the workplace and use the appropriate channels to effectively resolve these issues.
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Have a flexible attitude to work times and work arrangements to ensure operations are successfully completed.
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Able to problem solve, use lateral thinking to overcome challenges in a dynamic working environment.
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Strong organization, administrative and inter-personal skills.
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Ability to understand, accept and enjoy cultural differences.
Knowledge and Skills
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Previous experience of CSI, Vessel Supervisor or Senior Operations role.
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Leadership/management experience.
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Knowledge in all aspects of rules and regulations associated with carrying out the duties outline in RA/SSOW and SOP’s.
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Skilled in being able to communicate effectively both using verbal and written communications.
- High level of computer literacy
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Full clean driving Lance
- Good knowledge about applicable IT-Systems (SPS, SAGA, Basware, COGNOS 8, VOP, iTOMs scanning, etc.)
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Knowledge of work practices for Stevedores and labour (including labour ordering and capabilities)
Education/Qualifications
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At least 5 years experience of working within the port industry, preferably on RoRo operations.
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Industry related degree is preferable but not essential
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Managing Safely at Work, IOSH Certifications would be a distinct advantage
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Overall management responsibility for the safe, effective and timely loading and discharge of WW and third-party vessels.
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On day before vessel working operations compile cargo information for loading and discharging activities and pre-plan for most efficient turn-around of vessel.
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Discuss with the Vessel Supervisor these arrangements and ensure they check and familiarise themselves as to the nature and location of the cargo to be loaded/discharged.
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Calculate the required resources - equipment via the Fleet Coordinator and labour via the Labour Coordinator.
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Ensure that Vessel Loading and Discharging Operating procedures are in line with company and regulatory requirements.
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Ensure all Safety briefings and equipment checks are carried out by the Vessel
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Supervisors prior to commencement of activities.
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Compile final preparation pack prior to start of vessel as possible to make sure the latest information is used.
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Discuss with Chief Mate on outset of operations latest cargo info and agree discharge/loading requirements.
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Monitor progress of vessel operations and adjust accordingly if not going according to plan.
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Accurately keep up to date all information as required by various parties and inform them of progress.
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Ensure all accident, injury or damage reporting procedures are adhered to.
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Undertake any D&A testing as required and ensure all company procedures are strictly followed. Conduct preliminary investigations in a timely manner so as all evidence can be recorded.
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On completion of operation ensure all Documentation and reports are completed accurately, on time and to expected quality standards.
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Monitor the stevedore operations and performance throughout to improve cargo-handling methods, ensure compliance with WW standards, and make operations more cost effective.
Job Requirements:
Essential Competences
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Positive attitude to work.
-
Leading by example.
-
Commercial mindset/ability to recognise opportunities to enhance the productivity of vessel operations and the wider department.
-
Able to work under pressure and to strict vessel sailing deadlines.
-
Meet changing priorities and business needs in a positive and flexible manner.
-
Meticulous and data driven – high level of data input accuracy is essential.
-
To be able to direct staff as appropriate, set tasks and measure performance.
-
Able to deal with conflict in the workplace and use the appropriate channels to effectively resolve these issues.
-
Have a flexible attitude to work times and work arrangements to ensure operations are successfully completed.
-
Able to problem solve, use lateral thinking to overcome challenges in a dynamic working environment.
-
Strong organization, administrative and inter-personal skills.
-
Ability to understand, accept and enjoy cultural differences.
Knowledge and Skills
-
Previous experience of CSI, Vessel Supervisor or Senior Operations role.
-
Leadership/management experience.
-
Knowledge in all aspects of rules and regulations associated with carrying out the duties outline in RA/SSOW and SOP’s.
-
Skilled in being able to communicate effectively both using verbal and written communications.
- High level of computer literacy
-
Full clean driving Lance
- Good knowledge about applicable IT-Systems (SPS, SAGA, Basware, COGNOS 8, VOP, iTOMs scanning, etc.)
-
Knowledge of work practices for Stevedores and labour (including labour ordering and capabilities)
Education/Qualifications
-
At least 5 years experience of working within the port industry, preferably on RoRo operations.
-
Industry related degree is preferable but not essential
-
Managing Safely at Work, IOSH Certifications would be a distinct advantage