YARD FOREMAN M/F

	YARD FOREMAN M/F

General informations

Walvis Bay Multipurpose Terminal, a company of AGL, recently signed the contract to manage the Walvis Bay Multipurpose Bulk Terminal in Namibia. Located on the southwest coast of Africa, the Port of Walvis Bay is a natural gateway for international trade. Thanks to its ideal geographical position, this port offers simplified connectivity, connecting Southern Africa, Europe, Asia and America.

As a designated partner to operate this strategic terminal, WMT is committed to promoting the development of the Namibian Corridor. Through its state-of-the-art maritime, port and logistics solutions, the company will facilitate access to Southern African Development Community (SADC) markets and invest in modern infrastructure to drive economic growth in the region. Through its projects and investments, the company also aims to create opportunities for local businesses and communities, promoting employment, innovation and sustainable development.

WMT’s objective is also to support Namibia’s energy, mining and industrial projects by offering integrated services that meet the highest international standards. This collaboration will not only strengthen Namibia’s position on the global trading scene but will also help boost the regional economy.

Job description

Mission Description                      

Job Purpose
The yard Foreman is responsible for ensuring smooth operation of the yard operations
Job Function
• Supervises daily yard operations.
• Ensures accuracy of goods/products allocations for respective yard or warehouses
• Oversees safety and security of goods in yard & warehouse
• Quality checks and inspection of in/outcoming cargo
• To assist coordinating loading and off-loading of products
• Assist with operations shift planning
• Quality checks gate passes and delivery notes on arrival and release of cargo
• Inspection of containers in yard when required
• ISO / QHSE compliance
• Ensures effective turnaround time
• Monitoring and control of stocks
• Check tally sheets on direct loadings in yard or at client site where relevant
• Report immediately on any discrepancies or accidents
• Any other delegated tasks deemed as reasonable as assigned by the reporting manager
• Performing and attending any other duties assigned by the head of department
• The position is required to work overtime and on a shift system when required.

 

Profile

Minimum Education and Experience
• Grade 12
• 2 years relevant experience in the same or similar position
• Able to work in a high pressured environment
• Logistics & operational planning
• Technical proficiency