Winchman/Signalman, Globalport Davao

Globalport Terminals, Inc.; Davao City; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Globalport Terminals, Inc. is seeking a Winchman to safely maneuver heavy equipment to assist cargo movement at the port in Davao City. The role involves inspecting equipment, loading and unloading cargo, and training new hires, under foreman supervision.

Qualified candidates will have a relevant experience, a valid Driver's License, strong mechanical knowledge, good eye–hand coordination, and the ability to follow instructions with focus and efficiency in a fast-paced port environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in port equipment operations.
• Valid driver's license.
• Mechanical/technical knowledge.
• Good eye-hand coordination.
• Strong judgment and communication.
• Physically and mentally fit.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent focus and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and handle winch before operation.
• Load, unload, pack and unpack cargo.
• Train new hires.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed.
• Coordinate with foreman and signalmen.
• Organize quayside work areas.
• Attend daily briefings.
• Monitor crane movement and prevent hazards.
• Report damages or discrepancies.
• Ensure crane is in good working condition.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Experience in role

Driver's license

Mechanical knowledge

Eye-hand coordination

Good judgment

Physical fitness

Focus and efficiency

Following instructions

Job description

The Winchman is mainly responsible for safely maneuvering heavy equipment to ensure appropriate movement, loading, and off-loading of cargoes.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Performs equipment inspection, and properly handles the winch of the vessel before operating the equipment to hoist and move cargo.
• 2. Responsible for loading, unloading, packing, and unpacking cargo and materials.
• 3. Responsible for the training of new hire winchman/signalman.
• 4. Ensure activities follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures.
• 5.Works under the general supervision of a foreman/Supervisor who issues oral instructions and signals of signalmen for the desired movement in the vessel operations.
• 6.Organize the set-up of quayside work areas, including facilities for cut-out trailers and twist-lock bins location.
• 7.Participate with the operations supervisor during the daily briefing and tool-box meetings.
• 8. Alert to sudden changes in the desired movement of the crane, workers in and around winch cables and lines, cable entanglements, and unusual strain on winch and winch cables to prevent injury to personnel, cable breakage, and damage to equipment.
• 9.Report damages and discrepancies when noticed while handling the cargoes.
• 10.Ensure that the crane is thoroughly checked before operation and confirm that it is in good working condition.
• 11.Performs other duties related to port operation when the need for a signalman or winchman is less.
• 12.Performs other tasks as may be assigned by superiors.

Qualifications:

• Experience related to the position
• Driver’s License
• Mechanical and Technical Knowledge and Ability
• Excellent Eye-hand Coordination
• Good judgment and communication skills
• Physically and Mentally Fit
• Excellent Focus and Efficiency
• Strong and pleasing personality
• Ability to follow instructions as advised