Superintendent
full-time•Seattle
About this role
The Superintendent is responsible for directing and coordinating the operations of discharge, load, and departure of assigned transportation, while guaranteeing quality, security, safety and efficiency in accordance with relevant operational and technical parameters. The Superintendent is the first line supervisor of the operations management team and is responsible for the direction and supervision of union labor. The Superintendent is often the only member of management interacting with labor while working a ship and must represent the interests of SSA while supervising the union labor.
Supervises personnel in proper operating procedures, and counsels, disciplines and/or makes termination decisions as needed to ensure an efficient operation while working within the restrictions of the labor agreement. The Superintendents termination decisions are subject to review by higher management.
Enforces productivity levels by supervising workers in within the terminal operation and a follow up assessment prior to shift end.
Plans, holds and documents daily safety meetings.
Responsible for the compliance under HAZMAT and OSHA Regulations. This would include reporting any incidents to the supervisory immediately.
Ensure that all required personnel are wearing Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as safety vest, safety toe boots, safety glasses and protective hard hat, when applicable.
Responsible for investigation and reporting damages and liabilities to the appropriate management and authorities.
Complete damage reports accurately and report & review any incidents and/or issues to appropriate Manager of the operation to understand risk analysis and liability.
Serves as a key coordinator between all parties, vessels, customers, agents and labor.
Oversees and ensures that all policies and procedures are being managed efficiently and effectively.
Visually inspect areas for hazards and bring all inquiries to management.
May be required to verify all cargo is loaded/discharged efficiently and within regulations.
Work with Dispatchers and/or Union halls to staff accordingly.
Partner with management in hiring, discipline and documentation as well as termination process for employees.
Performs other related duties as required.
Enforces productivity levels by supervising workers in within the terminal operation and a follow up assessment prior to shift end.
Plans, holds and documents daily safety meetings.
Responsible for the compliance under HAZMAT and OSHA Regulations. This would include reporting any incidents to the supervisory immediately.
Ensure that all required personnel are wearing Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as safety vest, safety toe boots, safety glasses and protective hard hat, when applicable.
Responsible for investigation and reporting damages and liabilities to the appropriate management and authorities.
Complete damage reports accurately and report & review any incidents and/or issues to appropriate Manager of the operation to understand risk analysis and liability.
Serves as a key coordinator between all parties, vessels, customers, agents and labor.
Oversees and ensures that all policies and procedures are being managed efficiently and effectively.
Visually inspect areas for hazards and bring all inquiries to management.
May be required to verify all cargo is loaded/discharged efficiently and within regulations.
Work with Dispatchers and/or Union halls to staff accordingly.
Partner with management in hiring, discipline and documentation as well as termination process for employees.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years managing labor preferred.
Valid Driver's License and CPR certificate required
Extensive rigging expertise, including load/stress and calculation skills.
Thorough knowledge or principles of terminal operations
Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations
Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability strongly desired
Knowledge of local unions dispatching rules.
Required to observe all safety and health requirements for container terminal environment.
TWIC card required.
At least 3 years managing labor preferred.
Valid Driver's License and CPR certificate required
Extensive rigging expertise, including load/stress and calculation skills.
Thorough knowledge or principles of terminal operations
Knowledge of safety and accident prevention codes and regulations
Knowledge and understanding of cargo stowage and stability strongly desired
Knowledge of local unions dispatching rules.
Required to observe all safety and health requirements for container terminal environment.
TWIC card required.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Work Environment:
Must be able to work in rotating shifts, days, evenings and nights.
Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures of hot and cold, extremely dusty conditions and occasionally, conditions of high levels of noise.
The ability to work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment.
The ability to drive 10%.
Work Environment:
Must be able to work in rotating shifts, days, evenings and nights.
Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures of hot and cold, extremely dusty conditions and occasionally, conditions of high levels of noise.
The ability to work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast moving equipment.
The ability to drive 10%.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Other facts
Tech stack
Supervision,Safety Compliance,Hazard Inspection,Labor Management,Communication,Problem Solving,Risk Analysis,Cargo Stowage,Terminal Operations,Regulatory Knowledge,PPE Compliance,Incident Reporting,Team Coordination,Disciplinary Actions,Scheduling,Load Calculation,Union Rules
About SSA Marine
Founded by Fred R. Smith in 1949 as Bellingham Stevedoring Company, we began our first cargo handling operations in a small corner of Washington State. Driven by a pioneering spirit, our family-owned company saw steady growth over the years, expanding up and down the West Coast to operate a significant market share of the major international terminals in the eastern Pacific. Today, we have become a global enterprise spanning more than 260 locations across five continents.
We continue to broaden our reach by developing new locations and upgrading existing facilities, providing some of the most technologically advanced facilities in the world.
We partner to move commerce with efficiency, flexibility, and integrity.
With operations across five continents and a vast network of interconnected transportation solutions, we open new opportunities that accelerate the growth and pace of global business. Improving the customer experience is at the heart of everything we do, so we make purposeful investments in people, facilities and technical innovations that deliver the greatest customer value.
Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Website: http://www.ssamarine.com/
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Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Founding Year: 1949
What you'll do
- The Superintendent directs and coordinates the operations of discharge, load, and departure of assigned transportation while ensuring quality, security, safety, and efficiency. They supervise union labor, enforce productivity levels, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
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What does a Superintendent do at SSA Marine?
As a Superintendent at SSA Marine, you will: the Superintendent directs and coordinates the operations of discharge, load, and departure of assigned transportation while ensuring quality, security, safety, and efficiency. They supervise union labor, enforce productivity levels, and ensure compliance with safety regulations..
Why join SSA Marine as a Superintendent?
SSA Marine is a leading Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage company.
Is the Superintendent position at SSA Marine remote?
The Superintendent position at SSA Marine is based in Seattle, Washington, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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