Operations Supervisor

HEYSHAM PORT LTD; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% matched pension

Flexible benefits package

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Cycle2Work

Critical Illness insurance

Gym Membership

Retail vouchers

Job summary

HEYSHAM PORT LTD in Glasgow is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day port operations, supervise operational teams, and coordinate resources for vessel, cargo and landside activities. You will drive performance, safety and continuous improvement in a fast-paced port environment.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills, with knowledge of terminal operating systems and HSE/Q/S standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in port or terminal operations and leading teams.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of terminal operating systems and health, safety, environmental, quality and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day port operations and supervise teams.
• Coordinate resources for vessel, cargo and landside operations.
• Ensure safety, compliance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Coaching/Development

Education

Relevant management or industry qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Terminal operating systems

Job description

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Operations Supervisor

Date: 9 Oct 2026

Location: Glasgow, GB, G51 4SD GB, G81 1QJ

Operations Supervisor

Your Role

As an operations Supervisor, you will play a key role in leading day-to-day port operations, ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with customer requirements. You will supervise operational teams, coordinate resources, and support the successful handling of vessel, cargo, and landside operations. Working closely with colleagues, customers, and contractors, you will help drive operational performance, maintain high safety standards, and promote continuous improvement. You will also support the development of team members through coaching, training, and performance management, while ensuring compliance with health and safety, environmental, quality, and security requirements.

Due to the nature of our 24/7 operation, flexibility is key, and overtime may be required from time to time to meet operational requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to play an important role within a fast-paced and dynamic port operation.

What you'll bring

We welcome applications from individuals with experience in port or terminal operations and the ability to lead and motivate teams in a dynamic operational environment. You'll be a strong communicator with excellent organisational skills, confidence using Microsoft Office, and the ability to drive performance, productivity, and continuous improvement. Knowledge of terminal operating systems and health, safety, environmental, quality, and security standards would be advantageous. You'll also bring a collaborative approach, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting the development of colleagues and safe, efficient operations. A full UK driving licence is required, and relevant management or industry qualifications would be beneficial.

Who are we?

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, we are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UK’s leading port operator. We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers. Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040. Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent to enable our organisation to grow.

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers. Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• Up to 10% Matched Contribution Pension
• Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, Critical Illness insurance, Gym Membership Scheme, Retail Vouchers, plus more!
• Commitment to learning and personal development – Last year we supported over 50,000 hours of training and personal development!
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our Employee Assistance Programme when required