Job Title: Operations Labour Manager
Employer: APM Terminals (part of A.P. Moller – Maersk Group)
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Others: Local/Expat/International Operations
Ref.: AT-032756
APM Terminals Apapa located in Lagos Nigeria and well known to be the biggest terminal in West Africa.A memeber of the APMM group with employee count of over a thousand and still expanding.
We are currently in search of a talent in our operations department to be responsible for the day to day planning, rostering and holiday activities of the operational labour, engineering labour and sub-contractors.
This role Reports directly to the Operations Manager.
We Offer
• An open and engaging working environment
• A wide range of international career opportunities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic environment
• Competitive compensation package
Key Responsibilities:
• To be fully conversant with the staff agreements and ensure that these are adhered to by all concerned.
• Development of rosters and work patterns (in line with reducing the effects of fatigue) as necessary to meet operational manning requirements.
• Arrange the training for Terminal labour in accordance with operational requirements and Health and Safety legislative requirements.
• To be conversant with the MWUN Regulations and other relevant legislation appertaining to safe working practices.
• Evaluate and project future recruitment requirements within the following areas:- Control Room, Terminals Operations.
• Assist with sickness absence and disciplinary issues as required.
• Management of radios and handheld devices to ensure that all shortfalls are corrected.
• Ensures appropriate manpower is available to provide adequate gangs/staffing in order to stevedore vessels.
• Reviews and updates as required the rosters of contract labour that supports the needs of the terminal.
• Ensure that rosters for the engineering department are completed for the efficient running of the workforce and meet the needs of the terminal in conjunction with the Technical Manager.
• Ensures that company policies overall are applied consistently and fairly within the Operations Group.
• Ensures operations staff is familiar with company policies, Nigerian labor law, and the procedures for implementing and maintaining consistent applications.
• Reviews discipline within the work group to ensure fairness and consistency, and meeting the test of reasonableness.
• Meets with employees whenever necessary to clarify and discuss policy, procedures, and rules issues.
• Provides direction and instruction to subordinate staff, providing regular feedback and regular appraisals.
• Counsels subordinates, up to and including discipline or termination recommendations.
• Follows company management policies and procedures in the application of managing subordinates.
• Participates in career plan development for subordinates.
• Informs training department of the Operations group's training needs, and reviews periodically the training schedule and changing needs.
• Performs other related duties as required.
Who we are looking for
• A University degree from a reputable institute and a post graduate studies in Port or Terminal management.
• At least 5 years in management roles in any APM Terminal or other.
• Extensive understanding of modern terminal operations including terminal management systems and EDI applications.
• Ability to provide leadership an assistance to meet objectives
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