What are the responsibilities and job description for the Terminal Supervisor position at APM Terminals?
APM Terminals
At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey.
At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member can develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.
At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey.
At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement is driven by Lean principles, ensuring that every team member can develop their skills and advance their careers. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.
- Promote continuous improvement by conducting regular process‑control checks and supporting performance‑enhancing activities across operational areas.
- Foster a learning-oriented environment by applying LEAN principles and encouraging team members to develop operational excellence skills.
- Encourage efficient task structuring to streamline workloads, prioritize effectively, and support balanced operational execution across shifts.
- Provide clear supervision and guidance to ensure team members perform safely and effectively, contributing to professional growth and stronger team capability.
- Manage, motivate and instruct operational team members
- Structure tasks and goals, and establish efficient courses of action, set priorities, organize information and resources, efficiently execute daily tasks with considerations for high productivity through the effective allocation and utilization of equipment and labor; always attend ongoing operations and be accessible.
- Responsible under the direction of the Shift Manager for the allocation and control of shift operational staff and the effective utilization of equipment resources to meet planned objectives.
- Responsible for maintaining a satisfactory level of staff discipline during the shift and report to Shift Manager in case of any violations.
- Ensure that safe working practices according to company policies and procedures are strictly adhered to.
- Act as focal point in the assigned functional area for vessel or yard or gate for any operational issues
- Coordinate the allocation of outsourced equipment operators and provide adequate supervision.
- Ensure quay crane idle time is minimal to enable continuous and smooth operations.
- Provide regular process control checks and initiate and support performance improvement activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in operations management, logistics, Business Administration or Related field.
- 5 years supervisory experience in container operations or similar industry
- Deep understanding of container terminal operations, vessel cargo logistics, hazardous and special cargo handling and familiar with IMO regulations and international safety standards.
- Advanced computer skills and knowledge of modern terminal planning/control systems.
- Fluent in English
- Demonstrate a strong focus on continuous improvement by conducting regular process‑control checks and actively initiating or supporting performance‑enhancement activities across operations
Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.
We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.