Senior Executive - Wharf & Yard Operations - Ports & Terminals - Chennai

About the Position

Senior Executive - Wharf & Yard Operations - Ports & Terminals - Chennai

We are seeking a Senior Executive for Wharf & Yard Operations in Ports & Terminals in Chennai. Join our team to manage yard and ship side targets.

Responsibilities

• Direct and control the physical activities in Yard, Vessel, Road Queue, ship arrivals, and general terminal housekeeping and cleanliness.
• Work towards achieving the operations KPI.
• Ensure all staff wear proper PPE.
• Ensure all OOG containers are handled with proper gears without delay.
• Ensure lashers follow the buddy system while working at pinning/unpinning/onboard/fixing slings/Man cage/ladder, etc.
• Ensure safety and achieve an incident-free shift.
• Check the lashers/checkers onboard headcount randomly.
• Optimize the use of Yard equipment such as RTG Cranes based on terminal lines and container types.
• Ensure a smooth transition and handing over process by providing inputs at the end of the shift.
• Continuously liaise with the Tower Controller and monitor the movement of the Trucks.
• Ensure the safety of all assets at all times during Yard Operations and manage the code of conduct of all, which includes truckers.
• Responsible for ensuring discipline of all employees and external resources and can take appropriate action against insubordination.
• Ensure that all personnel under your control effectively perform their tasks in achieving daily operational requirements.
• In compliance with policy, liaise with clients and other bodies to ensure that close cooperation and goodwill is maintained between the Company and outside interests.
• Communicate with a high degree of self-control and effectiveness and ensure that company policy is implemented in practice.
• Exercise leadership, promote teamwork, and ensure that direct reports as well as employees under their area adhere to Company policy.
• Provide feedback as required, relating to operational matters, and discuss problems and changes of procedures to enhance efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Any other duties as advised or informed by your superior.

Requirements

• Core Skills:

  • Operational Safety
  • Incident Management
  • Risk Management
  • Contractor Management
  • Emergency Preparedness & Response
  • MS Office
  • Excel

• Secondary Skills:

  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Planning systems
  • Customer contact skills
  • Knowledge of policies and procedures
  • Knowledge of client, Customs, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Competencies

• Educational Qualification: Graduate in Science and a Diploma in Ports and Shipping from a good Institute.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Port Operations.
• Skills: Knowledge of Terminal Processes and TOS, Working knowledge of computer such as MS Office, Excel, Outgoing personality with an ability to interact with all levels, and a demonstrated ability to get work done. Exercise authority and leadership to ensure time management for work completion. Working knowledge in planning systems like Zodiac. Keyboard skills for data entry. Customer contact skills both face to face and on the telephone. Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to the receipt and delivery of containers. Knowledge of client, Customs, and regulatory requirements.

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Professional growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package

About the Company

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or belief.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualification for this or other job vacancies.

If you're passionate about making a real impact, innovating, and being part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, DP World India offers a world of exciting opportunities.

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