Job Description

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, 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 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 for daily safety meetings.
• Responsible for the compliance with HAZMAT and OSHA Regulations. This would include reporting any incidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Ensure that all required personnel are wearing Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as a safety vest, safety toe boots, safety glasses, and a protective hard hat, when applicable.
• Responsible for investigating and reporting damages and liabilities to the appropriate management and authorities.
• Complete damage reports accurately and report & review any incidents and/or issues to the appropriate Manager of the operation to understand risk analysis 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 inquiries to management.
• May be required to 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.

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