Yard Foreman/ Manager/ Stevedore / Longshoreman Supervisor
5 days ago
Portsmouth
Job Description Position Description: Yard Foreman/ Manager/ Stevedore / Longshoreman Supervisor We are seeking an energetic, safety-conscious Yard Foreman/ Manager/ Stevedore / Longshoreman Supervisor with several years of relevant experience who is ready to grow with a fast-paced intermodal trucking and transloading company. This role is critical to terminal operations and is responsible for the safe, efficient loading and unloading of cargo and supervising a team of six (6) yard personnel to ensure timely cargo turnaround. This position requires hands-on cargo handling expertise combined with leadership, problem-solving, and strong communication skills. This person must be adept at identifying and resolving transloading challenges, coordinating labor and equipment, and maintaining strict compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who proactively identifies issues and addresses operational needs as they arise. This individual will work closely with internal staff, yard personnel, truck drivers, customers, and clients, and will report directly to the Terminal Manager and Owner(s). Key Responsibilities • Perform stevedore and longshoreman duties, including the safe loading and unloading of cargo using manual labor, cranes, forklifts, and other heavy equipment., • Supervise, lead, and coordinate the daily activities of a six-person yard operations team., • Assign tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and on schedule., • Secure cargo to prevent shifting, damage, or accidents during transport or storage., • Handle a variety of cargo types including containers, bulk goods, break-bulk, and hazardous materials in compliance with all regulations and safety guidelines., • Assist with and oversee rigging operations, ensuring proper slinging and lifting techniques are used., • Inspect cargo and operations for damage, discrepancies, safety risks, or irregularities and report findings to management., • Communicate and coordinate with crane operators, truck drivers, yard workers, terminal staff, and supervisors., • Enforce OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and PPE requirements at all times., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment across dock and yard operations., • Train, mentor, and reinforce safe work practices with team members., • Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Required • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)., • Several years of experience as a stevedore, longshoreman, or in heavy labor, dock, or terminal operations., • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a small operational team., • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, work in inclement weather, and perform physically demanding labor., • Willingness to work irregular hours when needed- could include nights, weekends, and holidays on occasion., • Strong attention to detail and situational awareness in a high-risk environment., • Previous supervisory experience in maritime, port, terminal, warehouse, or intermodal environments., • Forklift certification and experience operating heavy equipment., • Knowledge of cargo handling, transloading operations, and port logistics., • Familiarity with OSHA, maritime safety standards, and hazardous materials handling. Working Conditions • Outdoor, dockside, and yard environments with exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, and moving equipment., • Frequent standing, walking, climbing, lifting, bending, and working at heights., • Potential exposure to hazardous materials; required use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Core Competencies • Leadership and Team Supervision, • Safety Awareness and Compliance, • Clear Communication and Coordination, • Dependability and Accountability, • Physical Stamina and Strength, • Problem-Solving and Operational Judgment Company DescriptionWe are a transloading, warehousing, and drayage business, storing and draying both cargo and shipping containers to and from the Ports of Virginia. Our warehouse and storage yard are located a few miles from the Virginia International Gateway port, in Portsmouth VA. We handle all types of cargo, including overweight, breakbulk, out of gauge, and over-dimensional.We are a transloading, warehousing, and drayage business, storing and draying both cargo and shipping containers to and from the Ports of Virginia. Our warehouse and storage yard are located a few miles from the Virginia International Gateway port, in Portsmouth VA. We handle all types of cargo, including overweight, breakbulk, out of gauge, and over-dimensional.