Superintendent

SSA Marine; District of North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental benefits

Learning opportunities

Wellness programs

Free parking

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

SSA Marine Canada Ltd. seeks a Superintendent to join our North Vancouver team, reporting to the General Manager, Mainland Ship Operations. The role provides on-site vessel supervision of loading and discharging activities while upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards.

You will lead a diverse team and coordinate with shipping lines, agents, customers and contractors to support cargo operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• This role requires strong leadership supervising unionized workforces.
• Background in ship stevedoring, marine operations, and cargo handling.
• Knowledge of marine procedures, SOPs, and collective agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site vessel cargo operations planning and execution.
• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Coordinate with shipping lines, agents, customers, contractors and transport providers.
• Direct and oversee vessel loading and discharge activities.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and development of frontline supervisors.
• Prepare operational reporting and incident/ performance analyses.

Skills

Ship stevedoring

Marine operations

Cargo handling

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder relations

Training & coaching

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Job description

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1187

Salary Range: $130,200.00 To $173,600.00 Annually

SSA Marine Canada Ltd. is a diversified and integrated group of marine logistics companies committed to the success of our people, our customers, and our communities, to sustain and grow Canada’s trade economy for the benefit of all Canadians. Our role in Canada’s supply chain is essential. It’s a responsibility and a privilege, one that inspires us to deliver expert solutions that help move cargo and people across the globe for our customers reliably, safely, and professionally.

SSA Marine is seeking a Superintendentto join our team. This full-time, permanent position is based at our office in North Vancouver and reports to the General Manager, Mainland Ship Operations.

The Position

The Superintendent provides on-site vessel supervision of operations and personnel including planning, coordination, reporting and follow-up of ship loading and discharging activities in accordance with productivity, safety and quality standards.

You will be part of a motivated and diverse team and will have a high degree of interaction with all employees throughout the organization.

Responsibilities & Activities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct and support incident investigations, corrective actions, and disciplinary processes related to safety non-compliance.
• Provide leadership during emergency responses, critical incidents, and operational safety events.
• Participate in JHSC meetings, Safety Blitz initiatives, safety training, and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate vessel cargo operations by liaising with shipping lines, agents, customers, contractors, and transport providers.
• Facilitate pre-operation planning meetings and arrange labour, equipment, and resources to support cargo operations.
• Direct and oversee vessel loading and discharge activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive operations.
• Supervise cargo operations, support forepersons, manage after-hours coverage, and ensure compliance with collective agreements and training programs.
• Provide guidance on work refusals and support recruitment, onboarding, and development of frontline supervisory staff.
• Deliver operational reporting, post-operation reviews, stakeholder communications, incident reporting, performance analysis, and continuous improvement recommendations.

Qualifications & Skills

This role requires strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with managers, customers, vessel personnel, longshore workers, and union representatives while representing the company's interests. The position also requires providing operational updates and guidance to management and responding effectively to changing operational plans through proactive stakeholder communication.

The qualifications and skills to be successful in this position include:

• Strong background in ship stevedoring, marine operations, and cargo handling, supported by a relevant post-secondary education.
• Comprehensive knowledge of marine operational procedures, company policies, SOPs, and collective agreements.
• Solid understanding of rigging practices and safe cargo operations.
• Proven leadership experience supervising and directing unionized workforces.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring abilities, with a collaborative team-focused approach.
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a valid driver's license, willingness to travel, work varying schedules, and operate safely in demanding industrial and outdoor settings.

Benefits of Working with SSA Marine

• A compensation package which includes extended health & dental benefits.
• Access to learning and professional development opportunities to support you and your career development.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs.
• Free parking
• Enjoy a company culture that is steeped in care for employees and where community and diversity, equity and inclusion are valued.

At SSA Marine, we acknowledge that certain applicants may bring unique expertise and skills that warrant consideration for a salary beyond the specified range. In exceptional situations, we are open to discussing such cases.

SSA Marine is committed to Employment Equity. We welcome and embrace applicants with diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives. If you have preferred pronouns, please let us know when you apply.

Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.