Marine Terminal Supervisor

Company Description Founded over 45 years ago, QSL is a key supply chain player in port terminal operations, stevedoring, marine services, logistics and transportation throughout North America. With a network of over 66 marine terminals in Canada and the United States, our multi-modal capabilities allow us to play a key role in any supply chain. We specialize in the development of innovative and customized dockside, road and rail handling solutions. Job Description The supervisor plays a key role in overseeing vessel loading and unloading operations and managing the handling of our clients' cargo. They also lead initiatives focused on health and safety, operational excellence, customer service quality, environmental stewardship, and employee engagement. Responsibilities: Plan and allocate lifting equipment, and heavy machinery resources. Manage a team of longshoreman, ranging in size from a small crew to approximately 20 employees. Coordinate the execution of the work in order to meet the agreed timelines. Oversee safe work practices and enforce environmental and operational standards. Drive continuous improvement and innovation in work methods, optimizing the use of equipment and labor. Ensure client satisfaction by keeping stakeholders well-informed. What you Need to Succeed: You are recognized for your leadership and practical sense. Be available to work on evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Thrive working outdoor in a routine-free environment. Enjoy working with industrial equipment and heavy machinery. Have a client-centred approach. Advantages: Total compensation between $80,000 and $110,000, reflecting typical premiums earned for evening, night, and weekend hours. Complete benefits package that includes group insurance and a pension plan. Management and leadership training via QSL University. Career development opportunities through temporary assignments across our terminal network in Canada. Premium work clothing and PPE provided for outdoor work in all weather conditions. No maritime experience yet? We’ve got you covered! Additional Information We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment that reflects the diversity of our communities. We welcome and encourage applications from all groups, including Aboriginal peoples, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.

The supervisor oversees vessel loading and unloading operations while managing a team of longshoremen to ensure operational efficiency. They are responsible for enforcing safety and environmental standards while driving continuous improvement in work methods.

Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a practical approach to managing industrial operations. Availability for flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays is required, along with a willingness to work outdoors.

• Group insurance • Pension plan • Management and leadership training • Career development opportunities • Premium work clothing • Personal protective equipment

• Customer servicePreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• LogisticsPreferred

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• Leadership
• Operational management
• Heavy machinery operation
• Health and safety
• Logistics
• Customer service
• Resource allocation
• Environmental stewardship
• Continuous improvement
• Team management
• Problem solving
• Communication
• Industrial Equipment
• Lifting Equipment
• Supply Chain
• Management
• Customer Service
• Heavy Equipment
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Employee Engagement
• Innovation
• Leadership Development
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Loading And Unloading

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Security & Safety
• Terminal Supervisor
• Transportation Manager
• Supply, Distribution and Related Managers
• Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week