Yard Planner

. Prepare, execute, monitor working cranes program/sequence, and execute the vessel discharge and load plans.

. Prepare the yard work plan daily and communicate to relevant persons where equipment has to be located.

. Create and maintain a yard set-up which supports the terminals for a high productivity quay crane operation, and constantly work to reduce truck turn-around time.

. Control yard space allocation by service, nominated vessel, POD, equipment type, special handling (i.e. hazardous, out of gauge, temperaturecontrolled units etc.) for empty and loaded equipment.

. Periodically reports to the Supervisor Planning on the status of productivity, yard density, equipment utilization and strategy/allocation changes

. Define export boundaries in such a way that it will not overlap with the boundaries of other shipping lines

. Ensure that staff and port users on the quayside adhere to safety, health and environmental standards and regulations

. Ensure that container/general cargo viewed in the bay image is exactly the same in actual location in the yard.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

. A relevant Diploma in Logistics, Terminals/ Port/ Maritime Operations, Business Administration or equivalent

. Minimum of three (3) years experience in cargo equipment coordination, transport & logistics or equivalent.

. Advantage: Proficiency in the use of relevant computer systems and software, such as terminal operating systems and scheduling software.

. Knowledge of maritime regulations and operations.

. Sound knowledge of vessel planning and coordination

. Code BE driver's License.

. Computer literacy and report writing skills.

. Pro-activeness and ability to work independently.

. Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate the team.