Stevedore Superintendent Labourers in Mining, Construction & Transport
SaveWhat Does a Stevedore Superintendent Do?
Stevedore superintendents supervise and monitor the freight handling and longshore labor in a dockyard to maximise productivity. They manage the loading and unloading of cargo and monitor the safety of the work area. Stevedore superintendents may also investigate incidents and prepare accident reports.
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Where Do I Start?
Health And Safety In The Workplace
The body of rules, procdeures and regulations related to safety, health and welfare of people in their workplace.
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Skills You Need to Become a Stevedore Superintendent
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialHealth And Safety In The Workplace knowledge
The body of rules, procdeures and regulations related to safety, health and welfare of people in their workplace.
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EssentialFreight Transport Methods knowledge
Understand different modalities of transport such as air, sea, or intermodal freight transport. Specialise in one of the modalities and possess a deeper knowledge of the details and procedures of …
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EssentialCargo Industry knowledge
Thoroughly understand the cargo industry and its stakeholders, the structure of the industry and common challenges, and the operations of freight forwarders, airline cargo units, and others.
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EssentialDock Operations knowledge
Know operations that take place in docks, primarily those concerned with the incoming and outgoing of cargo shipments. Know logistics activities relating to cranes, containers, and shipments.
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EssentialNational Regulations On Handling Cargo knowledge
The national regulations governing the loading and unloading of cargo in ports within that country.
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EssentialPort Regulation knowledge
Know port standards and legal regulations, based primarily on municipal laws, port laws or the Maritime Code.
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EssentialInternational Regulations For Cargo Handling knowledge
The body of conventions, guidelines and rules which dictate the activity of loading and unloading cargo in international ports.
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EssentialAdapt To Changing Situations skill
Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.
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EssentialApply Safety Management skill
Apply and supervise measures and regulations concerning security and safety in order to maintain a safe environment in the workplace.
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EssentialCreate Solutions To Problems skill
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings …
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EssentialGive Instructions To Staff skill
Give instructions to subordinates by employing various communication techniques. Adjust communication style to the target audience in order to convey instructions as intended.
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EssentialSupervise Loading Of Cargo skill
Supervise the process of loading equipment, cargo, goods and other items. Ensure that all cargo is handled and stored properly in accordance with regulations and standards.
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EssentialSupervise Unloading Of Cargo skill
Supervise unloading processes for equipment, cargo, goods and other items. Ensure that everything is handled and stored correctly in accordance with regulations and standards.
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EssentialUse Different Communication Channels skill
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
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EssentialWrite Inspection Reports skill
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.
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EssentialWrite Work-related Reports skill
Compose work-related reports that support effective relationship management and a high standard of documentation and record keeping. Write and present results and conclusions in a clear and intelligible way so …
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EssentialAdjust Priorities skill
Adjust priorities quickly in response to frequently changing circumstances. Continually assess tasks and respond to those requiring extra attention. Foresee and seek to avoid crisis management.
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EssentialAnticipate Logistics Requirements For Port Operations skill
Anticipate port logistics according to vessel departure and arrival. Manage workforce to carry out port activities.
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EssentialCoordinate Dock Operations skill
Coordinate cargo shipments in and out of dock. Position cranes and arrange containers into shipments, taking into account the exact measures and weight of each container.
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EssentialEnsure Compliance With Shipment Regulations skill
Ensure compliance with shipment laws, regulations and policies; keep shipments secure and damage free; ensure the safety of staff members handling the cargo.
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EssentialManage Cargo Handling skill
Manage safely the mechanical elements in the loading and unloading of cargo and stores. Organize stowing and unstowing of products to guarantee the stability of the vessel.
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EssentialManage Port Operations Improvement Procedures skill
Manage all improvement procedures in port operations, including their development and implementation. Understand port activities, operations, and the way these are carried out, to manage improvement.
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EssentialManage Vessel Cargo Activities skill
Manage and oversee the safe and punctual loading and unloading of cargo from vessels in port.
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EssentialObserve Freight Shipment Loaders skill
Observe process of freight loading; ensure that crew complies with all applicable regulations and procedures; stow heavy and potentially dangerous cargo.
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EssentialPrepare Freight Shipment Reports skill
Compose and submit freight shipment reports. Include detailed information on freight conditions and freight handling; report problems if necessary.
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EssentialSupervise Movement Of Crew skill
Oversee embarkation and disembarkation of crew members; ensure that safety regulations are followed according to specifications.
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OptionalProject Management knowledge
Understand project management and the activities which comprise this area. Know the variables implied in project management such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.
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OptionalHazardous Freight Regulations knowledge
Know the most widely applied regulatory schemes for the transportation of dangerous materials. Know specific regulatory frameworks such as IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) for air transport, or International Maritime …
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OptionalVessel Stability Principles knowledge
Thoroughly understand the principles of vessel stability; follow safety requirements during loading and unloading of cargo.
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OptionalTypes Of Maritime Vessels knowledge
Know a large variety of maritime vessels and their characteristics and specifications. Use that knowledge to ensure that all security, technical, and maintenance measures are taken into account in their …
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OptionalCommodities In Maritime Transportation knowledge
Knowledge of the most important commodities in maritime transportation, i.e. oil, grain, ore, coal and fertilisers, and their characteristics and subdivisions.
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OptionalMaritime Telecommunications knowledge
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting equipment and overall operation of telecommunications systems.
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OptionalTransportation Methods knowledge
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and optimal work strategies.
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OptionalTypes Of Cargo knowledge
Distinguish different types of cargo e.g. bulk cargo, liquid bulk cargo and heavy materials.
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OptionalWarehouse Operations knowledge
Know the basic principles and practices of warehouse operations such as goods storage. Understand and satisfy customer needs and requirements while effectively utilising warehouse equipment, space and labour.
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OptionalAddress Problems Critically skill
Identify the strengths and weaknesses of various abstract, rational concepts, such as issues, opinions, and approaches related to a specific problematic situation in order to formulate solutions and alternative methods …
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OptionalCooperate With Colleagues skill
Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.
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OptionalDistinguish Various Types Of Ships skill
Recognise and name various types of vessels common in European maritime transport; understand the different characteristics, construction details, and tonnage capacities of different vessels.
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OptionalLiaise With Colleagues skill
Liaise with fellow colleagues to ensure common understanding on work related affairs and agree on the necessary compromises the parties might need to face. Negotiate compromises between parties as to …
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OptionalMake Independent Operating Decisions skill
Make immediate operating decisions as necessary without reference to others, taking into account the circumstances and any relevant procedures and legislation. Determine alone which option is the best for a …
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OptionalManage Personnel skill
Hire and train employees to increase their value to the organisation. This includes a range of human resources activity, developing and implementing policies and processes to create an employee-supportive work …
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OptionalManage Staff skill
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet …
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OptionalSchedule Shifts skill
Plan staff time and shifts to reflect the demands of the business.
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OptionalUse A Computer skill
Utilise computer equipment or digital devices to facilitate quality control, data management, and communication. Follow instructions given by a computer programme, create computer files or documents.
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OptionalEnsure Safe Loading Of Goods According To Stowage Plan skill
Monitor and ensure the safe and secure loading of materials and goods, as specified in the stowage plan.
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OptionalLiaise With Port Users skill
Communicate and cooperate with port users such as shipping agents, freight customers and port managers.
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OptionalMonitor Storage Space skill
Supervise and organise the area in which products are stored.
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