Gateway New London is a terminal operator managing the State Pier in New London. Their primary focus is on the offshore wind industry, serving as a hub for assembling, storing, and transporting giant turbines,Gateway New London 200 State Pier Rd. New London, CT 06320Superintendent, StevedoreJob DescriptionSUMMARY OF POSITION:Provides guidance and direction to supervisors and lead associates. Assists in planning daily work schedule and directs associates to assure accurate, efficient, and timely delivery, proper inventory control, and prompt and effective response to customer requests. Trains associates in facility and company policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains a firm hand on all aspects of operations and maintains an effective balance of communication between management, supervision, and all production and support personnel.
- Identifies training requirements and ensures that all personnel possess: technical job proficiency and an understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and performance goals.
- Schedules and shifts personnel to ensure efficient work teams.
- Ensures proper documentation and records in associate performance, safety, etc.
- Ensures compliance with safety, sanitation, and security procedures.
- Initiates work orders and reports to maintenance equipment and, or facility needs.
- Coordinates with Port Captain and, or Cargo Officer on stowage, loading, and discharging operations.
- Continuously visually inspects loading and unloading gear and equipment to ensure compliance with safety and governmental
- As a member of the management staff assumes various additional projects or tasks as necessary.
- Additional duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience handling and supervising associates on multiple types of cargo, especially breakbulk
- Understands specialized rigging and cargo handling gear
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent safety record
- Able to train new employees
- Able to motivate and build morale within the group
- Ability to supervise, train, and hold associates accountable for performance and results
- Warehouse and stevedoring experience
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a 3-year driving history that is acceptable to our auto insurance carrier.
COMPETENCIES:
Understand oral and written communications, both general and technical.
Provide clear instructions/directions.
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Values time and manages time effectively. Effectively prioritizes and can manage a broad range of activities.
Microsoft Office applicationsPHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, handle objects, reach with hands and arms, and write, talk, type, and hear. The associate is occasionally required to sit, stoop, bend, or kneel and lift and, or move up to 35 lbs. ANTICIPATED PERCENT OF TRAVEL:0%-10%