Operations Supervisor

Suir Shipping Ltd  is recruiting for an  Operations Supervisor to oversee and drive the day-to-day performance of busy stevedoring and warehousing operations within a leading Irish maritime and logistics environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on operations professional to take responsibility for delivering safe, efficient and high-quality cargo handling and storage services.

The successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the operations team, ensuring that all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with customer expectations and operational targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for the daily planning, coordination and execution of stevedoring and warehousing operations.
• Lead and manage operational teams on shift, ensuring appropriate allocation of resources and workloads.
• Work closely with line managers and supervisors to monitor performance, support staff development and ensure effective team organisation.
• Drive operational efficiency through continuous improvement of processes and systems.
• Monitor, analyse and report on operational KPIs, identifying opportunities to improve productivity and service levels.
• Ensure high standards of customer service are consistently maintained across all operations.
• Promote and enforce a strong Health & Safety culture, ensuring full compliance with statutory and company requirements.
• Oversee cargo handling activities including loading, discharging, storage and inventory control.
• Coordinate with customers, transport providers, port authorities and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operational flow.
• Support workforce planning, scheduling and shift coordination to meet operational demand.
• Assist in training, mentoring and performance management of operational staff.
• Ensure accurate completion of operational documentation, reporting and digital system inputs.
• Contribute to incident reporting, investigations and implementation of corrective actions.
• Undertake additional duties as required by senior management.

Candidate Requirements.

• Proven experience in an operations supervisory role not essential as training provided , but advantagous .
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage operational teams effectively.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach.
• High level of communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational reporting systems.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety compliance in an industrial or logistics setting.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.

What’s on Offer.

• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing operational environment.
• Key leadership role with real influence over day-to-day operations and performance.
• Strong focus on safety, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Career development opportunities within a dynamic logistics sector.

Application Process.

To apply for this position, please submit an up-to-date CV along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to date and suitability for the role.

Please submit CV to [email protected]