Container Yard Manager - GCT
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JOB INFORMATION:
Job Title: Container Yard Manager - GCT
Department(s): 5007 - COPS Yard & Vessel
Location(s): Garden City Terminal
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB OVERVIEW:
Under the supervision of the Director of Container Operations or General Manager, the Container Yard Manager directly supervises, plans, and organizes, coordinates and evaluates all Container Operations service department and employees.
Upholds the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity. Promotes a safe work environment by participating in safety initiatives and reporting unsafe conditions and behaviors.
JOB DUTIES:
- Ensures that all daily Yard, Vessel, Gate, Control Center and CES Warehouse, and Intermodal operations run safely, efficiently, and within the parameters of the Operating Budget.
- Coordinates with the Georgia Ports Authority Maintenance Department to ensure availability of yard equipment for service production demands as well as for preventive maintenance scheduling.
- Oversees scheduling and work assignments of all department employees.
- Ensures proper training of all employees required to operate container handling equipment and the GPA computer system.
- Coordinates with external customers to ensure the Yard (Marine Terminal, CES Warehouse and/or Intermodal Container Transfer Facility) is organized in an efficient and safe manner.
- Works closely with Trade Development and Vessel Operations to plan the yard for new business opportunities. Plans future operating improvements.
- Oversees the evaluation and communication activities of department employees.
- Reports Yard activities and production levels as required. Ensures all Yard operations are in compliance with new technology requirements.
- Prepares and manages the department operating and capital budgets. Ensures budgetary compliance and reports variances.
- Assists in the establishment of department goals and implements procedures to accomplish same.
- Communicates regularly with employees and external customers to provide service and business-related information.
- Ensures all employees perform their duties with the utmost concern for their safety, their equipment’s upkeep, and the safety and well-being of those working on the Port.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- A thorough knowledge of GPA computer systems and Yard operations is desired.
- The ability to analyze problems and take initiative to resolve issues or problems is desired.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels as well as members of the shipping industry and the general public.
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills required.
- Ability to climb up to 85 feet.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Experience
- Five years of related work experience Preferred
- Prior management experience Preferred
Education
- Preferred Bachelor's Degree
Licenses & Certifications
- TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required Upon Hire
- Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required Upon Hire
Note: This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, job requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require the performance of different or additional tasks. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, an without direct threat to the health or safety of others.
Revised: 6/18/2025
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