Operations Supervisor - Container Yard

A Plus Falcons Freight Inc.; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

A Plus Falcons Freight Inc. is seeking an Operations Supervisor – Container Yard to oversee daily yard activities, inventory control, and staff supervision in Imus, Cavite.

The role ensures efficient container handling, adherence to safety standards, and strict documentation control. Responsibilities include coordinating with HR, Documentation, and Dispatch teams, monitoring equipment utilization, and enforcing health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in the same capacity.
• Can supervise a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to be assigned in Imus, Cavite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily container yard activities, including receiving, dispatching, stacking, transferring, and releasing containers.
• Ensure containers are properly positioned, stored, and identified within the yard.
• Monitor container movements to ensure efficient workflow and timely processing.
• Ensure proper utilization of yard space and prevent congestion.
• Address operational problems and implement corrective actions.
• Supervise yard personnel and equipment operators.
• Monitor attendance, punctuality, productivity, and policy compliance.
• Conduct operational briefings and communicate targets and work instructions.
• Provide coaching to improve employee performance.
• Coordinate with HR regarding training needs and performance issues.
• Ensure accurate recording of all incoming, outgoing, and stored containers.
• Monitor container locations and inventory accuracy.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure documentation of receipts, releases, transfers, and other transactions.
• Coordinate with Documentation and Dispatch teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor equipment availability and utilization of container handling equipment.
• Coordinate with Maintenance on equipment breakdowns and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure equipment is operated only by trained personnel.
• Monitor downtime and minimize operational disruptions.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety policies and regulations.
• Monitor PPE usage and safety inspections.
• Report accidents, near misses, and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with Security to protect containers and equipment.

Skills

Team supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Customs Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, or a related field

Job description

Job Summary

The Operations Supervisor – Container Yard is responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily container yard operations to ensure efficient container handling, proper inventory control, effective personnel supervision, equipment utilization, and compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Duties & Responsibilties

Container Yard Operations Management

• Oversee daily container yard activities, including receiving, dispatching, stacking, transferring, and releasing containers.
• Ensure containers are properly positioned, stored, and identified within the yard.
• Monitor container movements to ensure efficient workflow and timely processing.
• Ensure the proper utilization of available yard space and prevent unnecessary congestion.
• Address operational problems and implement appropriate corrective actions.

Personnel Supervision and Management

• Supervise and monitor the performance of yard personnel and equipment operators.

Assign Daily Tasks And Responsibilities Based On Operational Requirements.

• Monitor employee attendance, punctuality, productivity, and compliance with company policies.
• Conduct operational briefings and communicate daily targets and work instructions.
• Provide coaching and guidance to improve employee performance.
• Coordinate with HR regarding personnel concerns, training needs, and performance issues.

Container Inventory and Documentation Control

• Ensure accurate recording of all incoming, outgoing, and stored containers.
• Monitor container locations and verify the accuracy of inventory records.
• Conduct regular physical inventory checks and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure that container receipts, releases, transfers, and other transactions are properly documented.
• Coordinate with the Documentation and Dispatch teams to resolve discrepancies.

Equipment and Resource Management

• Monitor the availability, condition, and utilization of container handling equipment.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance Department regarding equipment breakdowns and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure that equipment is operated only by properly trained and authorized personnel.
• Monitor equipment downtime and recommend measures to minimize operational disruptions.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of company equipment and facilities.

Health, Safety, and Security

• Ensure compliance with company health and safety policies and applicable regulations.
• Monitor the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Conduct regular inspections to identify hazards and unsafe working conditions.
• Ensure compliance with yard traffic rules and container handling procedures.
• Immediately report accidents, near misses, damaged equipment, and other safety concerns.
• Coordinate with Security to protect containers, equipment, and company property.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Customs Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in the same capacity
• Can supervise a team
• With excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Willing to be assigned in Imus, Cavite