Dock Superintendent

Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

Responsible for the planning, stevedoring, ship loading of steel scrap material handling. Supervision of export terminal activities, including vessel loading, stevedoring, safety, sanitation, and ship loading employees: scheduling, training, coaching and engagement.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains all operations within Company Safety and Environmental Policies
• Inbound quality control and inventory control
• Prepares ship loading reports, maintenance, wear part usage etc. on a regular and timely basis
• Develop and demonstrate strong competency in SMM Incident Management System (KMI).
• Provide planning, communication, direction and organization to agents, stevedoring companies, suppliers, yard personnel and security personnel during bulk cargo ship loading operations
• Handles the inspection, budgeting and repair of mobile equipment
• Trains and directs department employees in proper use of equipment
• Supervises the yard operations, employees and contribute to personnel decisions including hiring, and discipline

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Up to 5 years experience in the maritime field. Bulk ship loading experience required. Familiar with barge operations, as well as maintenance & repairs of cranes, barges and ancillary equipment. Supervisory experience with union and non-union personnel. General knowledge of docks and waterways. Maritime college degree or equivalent, or equivalent business experience required. Employee must be conscientious in practicing safe operating conditions in the plants at all times and be able to anticipate equipment maintenance needs. Must have the technical knowledge to repair and maintain barges, & cranes.
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer skills of maintaining various databases, generating various forms, and being able to access information are desired.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination. 

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.