Vessel Foreman
Posted by Mahad Manpower Pvt. Ltd. — Doha, Qatar
Hiring company: Confidential Company
- Salary: QAR 1,800 – 2,200
- Job type: full time
- Experience: senior
- Apply before: 2026-12-30
- Vacancies: 4
- Industry: Port & Marine Operations
- Visa: sponsored by the employer
- Accommodation: provided
- Transport: provided
- Medical insurance: provided
- Air ticket: provided
- Working hours: 8 per day
- Working days: 6 per week
- Contract: 24 months
- Probation: 6 months
- Annual leave: 21 days
Skills
Vessel operations and container handling., Workforce supervision and manpower allocation., RDT/VMT system knowledge., Operational productivity monitoring., Container loading and unloading procedures., Workplace safety and hazard awareness., Coordination with vessel and terminal operations teams., Problem-solving and operational decision-making., Team leadership and communication., Shift coordination and operational reporting.
Job description
The Vessel Foreman is responsible for supervising vessel gangs during container loading and unloading operations at the container terminal. The candidate will allocate manpower, coordinate daily work activities, monitor operational productivity, and ensure compliance with safety procedures. The role requires close coordination with the Vessel Supervisor, equipment operators, and terminal operations teams to ensure efficient and safe vessel operations.
Responsibilities
- Supervise vessel gangs during container loading and unloading operations.
- Allocate manpower and assign duties according to operational requirements.
- Coordinate with the Vessel Supervisor to ensure smooth vessel operations.
- Monitor workforce productivity and ensure operational targets are achieved.
- Ensure safe container handling practices are followed at all times.
- Coordinate with crane operators, equipment operators, and other operational personnel.
- Monitor RDT/VMT operations and related container handling activities.
- Ensure workers follow terminal safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Identify operational delays, manpower shortages, and safety concerns and report them to the Vessel Supervisor.
- Maintain effective communication between vessel gangs and terminal management.
- Monitor work progress and assist in resolving operational issues.
- Ensure proper housekeeping and compliance with workplace safety standards.
- Support shift handovers and maintain continuity of vessel operations.
Requirements
- Minimum Intermediate School Education or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in container terminal operations.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar position.
- Good knowledge of vessel operations and container handling procedures.
- Understanding of container loading, unloading, and cargo movement activities.
- Knowledge of RDT/VMT operations.
- Experience in manpower allocation and workforce supervision.
- Good understanding of occupational health and safety procedures.
- Ability to work under pressure in a busy port or container terminal environment.
- Effective communication and coordination skills.