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Marine Terminal Supervisor

The supervisor oversees vessel loading and unloading operations while managing a team of longshoremen to ensure efficient cargo handling. They are responsible for enforcing health, safety, and environmental standards while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

  • On-site
  • Welland, ON
  • Posted Aug 7, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

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. DAILY YOU WILL: Plan and allocate lifting equipment, and heavy machinery resources. Dispatch tasks and manage a team of twenty longshoreman. 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 rotating schedule including weekends and night shifts. Thrive working outdoor in a routine-free environment. Enjoy working with industrial equipment and heavy machinery. Have a client-centred approach. ADVANTAGES: Competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000, including bonuses and overtime. Full range of social advantages including group insurance and pension plan. Professional development program on management and leadership - QSL University. Career opportunities through our terminals network in Canada. Premium work clothes and protective equipment. Don't have any maritime experience? We 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.

What you’ll do

The supervisor oversees vessel loading and unloading operations while managing a team of longshoremen to ensure efficient cargo handling. They are responsible for enforcing health, safety, and environmental standards while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and a practical approach to managing industrial operations. The role requires availability for rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, and the ability to work outdoors in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Group insurance • Pension plan • Professional development program • Premium work clothes • Protective equipment

Listed skills

  • Customer servicePreferred
  • Supply chain managementPreferred
  • LogisticsPreferred

Other relevant skills

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

Job areas

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

Additional details

Minimum experience
2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week