Superintendent

SSA Marine Canada Ltd. is a diversified and integrated group of marine logistics companies committed to the success of our people, our customers, and our communities, to sustain and grow Canada’s trade economy for the benefit of all Canadians. Our role in Canada’s supply chain is essential. It’s a responsibility and a privilege, one that inspires us to deliver expert solutions that help move cargo and people across the globe for our customers reliably, safely, and professionally.

SSA Marine is seeking a Superintendent to join our team. This full-time, permanent position is based at our office in North Vancouver and reports to the General Manager, Mainland Ship Operations.

The Position

The Superintendent provides on-site vessel supervision of operations and personnel including planning, coordination, reporting and follow-up of ship loading and discharging activities in accordance with productivity, safety and quality standards.

You will be part of a motivated and diverse team and will have a high degree of interaction with all employees throughout the organization.

Responsibilities & Activities

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct and support incident investigations, corrective actions, and disciplinary processes related to safety non-compliance.
• Provide leadership during emergency responses, critical incidents, and operational safety events.
• Participate in JHSC meetings, Safety Blitz initiatives, safety training, and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate vessel cargo operations by liaising with shipping lines, agents, customers, contractors, and transport providers.
• Facilitate pre-operation planning meetings and arrange labour, equipment, and resources to support cargo operations.
• Direct and oversee vessel loading and discharge activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and productive operations.
• Supervise cargo operations, support forepersons, manage after-hours coverage, and ensure compliance with collective agreements and training programs.
• Provide guidance on work refusals and support recruitment, onboarding, and development of frontline supervisory staff.
• Deliver operational reporting, post-operation reviews, stakeholder communications, incident reporting, performance analysis, and continuous improvement recommendations.

Qualifications & Skills

This role requires strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate with managers, customers, vessel personnel, longshore workers, and union representatives while representing the company's interests. The position also requires providing operational updates and guidance to management and responding effectively to changing operational plans through proactive stakeholder communication.

The qualifications and skills to be successful in this position include:

• Strong background in ship stevedoring, marine operations, and cargo handling, supported by a relevant post-secondary education.
• Comprehensive knowledge of marine operational procedures, company policies, SOPs, and collective agreements.
• Solid understanding of rigging practices and safe cargo operations.
• Proven leadership experience supervising and directing unionized workforces.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder relationship-building skills.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring abilities, with a collaborative team-focused approach.
• Sound judgment, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a valid driver's license, willingness to travel, work varying schedules, and operate safely in demanding industrial and outdoor settings.

Benefits of Working with SSA Marine

• A compensation package which includes extended health & dental benefits.
• Access to learning and professional development opportunities to support you and your career development.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs.
• Free parking
• Enjoy a company culture that is steeped in care for employees and where community and diversity, equity and inclusion are valued.

To Apply

If you are looking to broaden your horizon and are committed to making a difference, we’d like to meet you.

As part of our hiring process, we use the Predictive Index Behavioural Assessment to better understand how your natural work style aligns with the role and our company culture. While we encourage applicants to complete the assessment, it is not a mandatory requirement to apply for any open roles. The assessment takes only 10-15 minutes to complete and has no right or wrong answers - just be yourself!

Please follow this link to complete the assessment: PI Assessment

To learn more about our operations and company culture, mission, and vision, please view our website at www.ssamarine.ca 

At SSA Marine, we acknowledge that certain applicants may bring unique expertise and skills that warrant consideration for a salary beyond the specified range. In exceptional situations, we are open to discussing such cases.

SSA Marine is committed to Employment Equity. We welcome and embrace applicants with diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds and perspectives. If you have preferred pronouns, please let us know when you apply.

Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.