Superintendent

Essential Job Responsibilities 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 on a ship and must represent the interests of SSA while supervising the union labor. Supervise personnel in proper operating procedures, counsel, discipline, or make termination decisions as needed to ensure an efficient operation while working within the restrictions of the labor agreement. The Superintendent's termination decisions are subject to review by higher management. Enforce productivity levels by supervising workers within the terminal operation and conducting a follow-up assessment prior to shift end. Plan, hold, and document daily safety meetings. Ensure compliance with HAZMAT and OSHA regulations, reporting any incidents to the supervisor immediately. Ensure that all required personnel are wearing PPE such as safety vest, safety toe boots, safety glasses, and a protective hard hat when applicable. Investigate and report damages and liabilities to appropriate management and authorities. Complete damage reports accurately and review any incidents with the appropriate manager to assess risk and liability. Serve as a key coordinator between all parties, vessels, customers, agents, and labor. Oversee and ensure that all policies and procedures are managed efficiently and effectively. Visually inspect areas for hazards and bring all concerns to management. Verify that 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 the termination process for employees. Perform terminal operation‑related duties as required. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent work experience. At least 3 years of managing labor preferred. Valid driver’s license and CPR certificate required. Extensive rigging expertise, including load/stress calculation skills. Thorough knowledge of principles of terminal operations. Knowledge of Microsoft programs. 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 the container terminal environment. TWIC card required. Supervisory Responsibilities Yes-union labor 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 high levels of noise. Must be able to work in an environment that may be hazardous to people unable to see and hear fast‑moving equipment. Must be able to drive 10% of the time. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSA Marine