Transportation Specialist

Cargo Stowage Planning

Performs cargo stowage planning, overseeing/monitoring for the stowing and loading, planning and discharge of cargo including hazardous cargo aboard vessels; and terminal operations in direct support of loading or discharge operations.

Provides factual information, interprets technical transportation rules, regulations and contracts which affect the cost and efficiency of the traffic management programs of the battalion.

Plans and coordinates cargo loading and discharge by attending meetings and reviewing stow/discharge plans, vessel layout, cargo details, equipment, and incoming transport information.

Prepare plans to meet changes in workload, work priorities and deadlines. Develops Terminal Operations Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reviews them annually for relevance.

During operations, detects any unsafe practices or other deficiencies found in loading or stowage and advises on ways to correct and expedite activities.

Resolves problems that may arise between government and contractor and works with all parties to include the contracting officer to resolve.

Acts as liaison between the vessels, military and civilian federal agencies, local authorities, the contractor workforce, and the staff.

Coordinates with and provides advice to Army Reserve Units training or operating at military or commercial terminals within the Battalion Area of Responsibility (AOR).