Bulk Marine Terminal Crew Lead - Safe, Efficient Ops

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Marine Operations Supervisor to direct and supervise the marine workforce, facilities and equipment for the safe transfer of materials between vessels and dock at the marine terminal. You will oversee loading/unloading and assign daily duties to crew, ensuring production targets align with EHS and quality standards.

You will develop strategies for adjustments, train staff, and interface with customers and regulators, while remaining available for emergency responses

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in the terminalling industry, specializing in the stevedoring of vessels.
• At least three years in a lead position or higher.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and the ability to obtain TWIC clearance.
• Must be willing to work shifts and/or overtime hours as dictated by operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the marine workforce, facilities and equipment for the safe transfer of materials between vessel and dock.
• Direct and supervise loading and unloading vehicles.
• In charge of all site operations in the absence of Supervisors.
• Monitor departmental production and maintenance.
• Assign crew members to daily duties.
• Advise terminal management of progress toward objectives and develop adjustment strategies.
• Ensure departmental production objectives are achieved and aligned with EHS, customer requirements and quality standards.
• Develop, instruct and motivate the workforce in compliance with Kinder Morgan standards.
• Recognize and promote ideas that improve safety, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Interface with customer representatives, regulators, Kinder Morgan staff and others as required.
• May operate heavy equipment such as front end loaders, bulldozers, etc., as needed.
• Represent the company and interact with customers to facilitate daily operations.
• Able to fill in as needed for most positions or tasks on site.
• Conduct daily pre-shift safety meetings and employee training as needed.
• Track employee tasks, review/sign off on paperwork, and write daily production reports.
• Track KPIs.
• Willingness to work shift and/or overtime hours during the week and/or weekends as dictated by operations.
• Conduct daily safety meetings with crew members.
• Train subordinates in bulk material safety requirements (lock out/tag out, confined space, hot work, etc.).
• Assist workers in diagnosing malfunctions in machinery and equipment.
• Maintain inspection, time and production records as required.
• Understand environmental impact of bulk material handling operations.
• Understand and communicate proper rail car loading procedures for domestic shipments and unit trains.

Skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Adaptability

Job description

Kinder Morgan is seeking a Marine Operations Supervisor to direct and supervise the marine workforce, facilities and equipment for the safe transfer of materials between vessels and dock at the marine terminal. You will oversee loading/unloading and assign daily duties to crew, ensuring production targets align with EHS and quality standards.

You will develop strategies for adjustments, train staff, and interface with customers and regulators, while remaining available for emergency responses