Port Operations Supervisor

At Newhaul Port Logistics, we are committed to excellence by facilitating seamless bulk commodity exports from Geraldton Port. We play a pivotal role in the smooth flow of bulk commodity exports, leveraging our strategic location to provide efficient and reliable port services. We specialise in efficiently handling iron ore, in addition to other high-value bulk commodities, including high-purity silica and spodumene (lithium) concentrate.

Location: Geraldton

Roster: 7 Days, 7 Off, 7 Nights, 7 Off (Even Time)

Shifts: 13 Hours

Type: Full-time Permanent 

We’re seeking a Port Operations Supervisor to join our Geraldton Port team on a permanent basis. In this role, you’ll lead a team of Operators, Operator/Maintainers, and Loader Operators, ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols and operational procedures.

To be successful in this role you will need to:

• Monitor stockpiles and shed capacity, and approving loader plans for ramps, pads, windrows, and runways.
• Conduct or assign senior staff to carry out pre-starts, including ship loading pre-starts.
• Maintain awareness of shipping schedules and ensure adequate staffing levels to meet demand.
• Ensure the effective utilisation of maintenance management software (MEX) for tracking and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Conduct field interactions and investigate incidents, ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Assist with record-keeping, data collection, and reporting on operational performance, including job scorecards for staff.
• Provide regular updates and reports to management on operational performance and resource requirements.
• Schedule employee shifts to ensure adequate coverage for leave and shutdown periods.
• Demonstrate and promote strong safety values among team members.
• Lead operations and team members to ensure safe and productive port operations.
• Coordinate loader movements and allocate downtime for repairs and maintenance.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisor and Electrical Supervisor to schedule routine maintenance activities.

• Previous experience in a supervisory role (desirable)
• Strong understanding of Port operations
• Valid and current Drivers Licence
• Relevant VOC’s for machinery operations

In addition to a competitive pay, we offer benefits that include:

• Industry leading facilities, technology and equipment.
• Being home at the end of every day.
• Working for a solid, professional company that values its people.

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume. 

Newhaul Port Logistics believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, which is why we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.