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STEVEDORE

Cargo Terminal Facility Coordinator

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Stevedore

At a container terminal facility a stevedore is responsible for the loading and unloading of ships. Click Here

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Gantry container crane operators are responsible for efficiently loading and unloading containers at the terminal. Click Here

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Ship Planner

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A stevedore working at a container terminal facility is responsible for the safe and efficient loading and unloading of ships as well as receiving cargo into and delivery of cargo from the terminal facility.

What does a Container Terminal Stevedore do?

Are you a practical person with an eye for detail who likes to organise?

Do you like the idea of working in a constantly changing environment with exciting technology?

A Container Terminal Stevedore needs to handle cargo efficiently. To achieve this, the Stevedore has to:

focus on the safety of fellow workers
treat cargo and equipment with care
ensure productivity remains at a rate that meets customer expectations
work as a reliable and proactive member of a team.div>

A Container Terminal Stevedore undertakes tasks that include:

following the ship’s plan to make sure cargo is loaded in the correct place
unlashing (loosening) containers, or lashing (securing) containers to the ship
working with the gantry crane to secure twist locks on containers being unloaded
working with the gantry crane to remove twist locks from containers being loaded
loading and unloading containers from trucks arriving at the terminal using heavy forklifts and automated straddle carriers and employing wireless control systems to receive instructions.

A stevedore may also need to:

enjoy sustained manual work, be physically fit, and capable of lifting and carrying heavy items
be prepared to work flexible hours across day evening and midnight shifts seven days per week
demonstrate consistently high standards of reliability and punctuality
be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions
have good communication and organisational skills
be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
have a current drivers licence and a reliable means of personal transport
share the company’s commitment to building a safe, productive and competitive business.

QUALIFICATION & ADVICE

Job prospects

A Stevedore has to opportunity to progress to:

Gantry Crane Operator
Team Leader
Ship Planner
Clerical roles
Training and Development roles.

What to study at school

Trade Maths provides you with the numeracy skills needed to calculate some of the formulas involved in handling cargo.
English Communications develops the written and oral skills useful in this role.
Graphics develops those skills needed to read ship loading plans.
Computer skills are helpful for working with computerised machinery.
Certificate I or II in Transport and Logistics
Certificate I or II in Transport and Distribution

What to study

Certificate II in Transport and Logistics
Certificate III in Transport and Logistics
Certificate IV in Transport and Logistics
While not essential, possession of a forklift licence is well regarded

Gaining experience

You can learn about the logistics industry by working in a warehouse where you can work towards gaining your forklift ticket. Working in warehouses will give you a familiarity with the transport and logistics industry, and develop experience working with imported and exported goods.