Operations Superintendent

Global Terminal• Delta, BC, CA, BC

4h•CA$125,928 - CA$188,904•Onsite

About The Position

GCT is the operator of the largest container terminal in the country and one of the largest employers in the maritime sector. We are the major entry point for international trade in Canada, totaling over $2 billion in economic output each year. Operating on the West Coast for over a hundred years, with the support of our people, we played a major role in the development of the Asia Pacific Gateway. We offer rewarding opportunities for team-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment that are accountable, innovative, and driven to achieve challenging goals. We have an opportunity for an Operations Superintendent at our Deltaport terminal.

Requirements

A university degree or college diploma in a related field is preferred such as business administration, commerce or logistics/transportation; OR the equivalent combination of operations training and experience in the related disciplines is required.
Completion of relevant management training programs and 3 years of experience in a supervisory role at a marine container terminal operation preferred
Experience working within unionized environments
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Superior time management and organizational skills
Exceptional customer service orientation
Demonstrated problem solving ability
Working knowledge of safety, environmental and government regulations as they relate to employee and company compliance; personal safety, chemical handling, and WHMIS
Shift flexibility related to 24/7 operation
The ability to work at any of our GCT locations

Nice To Haves

A university degree or college diploma in a related field is preferred such as business administration, commerce or logistics/transportation
Completion of relevant management training programs and 3 years of experience in a supervisory role at a marine container terminal operation preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in and lead the daily activities to ensure safe, efficient operations and optimize the utilization of manpower, equipment and space in vessel, yard, and rail operations.
Implement and manage standard operations procedures.
Review performance against operating plans and standards.
Consistently attain and/or exceed productivity and cost targets.
Identify opportunities to add value for our customers through efficiencies and continuous improvement.
Identify cost containment opportunities through planning efficiencies.
Supervise foremen, hire daily labour, and determine operations training needs.
Manage performance of operations personnel including day-to-day interaction with business agents regarding discipline matters.
Ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines, including collective agreements, in all matters including health, safety, environmental and labour relations.
Conduct investigations into workplace accidents or incidents and prepare reports with findings and resolutions.