As a Stevedore Superintendent, you will need to master following:

• anticipate logistics requirements for port operations
• cargo industry
• coordinate dock operations
• dock operations
• ensure compliance with shipment regulations
• manage cargo handling
• manage port operations improvement procedures
• manage vessel cargo activities
• observe freight shipment loaders
• port regulation
• prepare freight shipment reports
• supervise loading of cargo
• supervise movement of crew
• supervise unloading of cargo

More generally, a stevedore superintendent is also versed in:

• adapt to changing situations
• adjust priorities
• apply safety management
• create solutions to problems
• freight transport methods
• give instructions to staff
• health and safety in the workplace
• international regulations for cargo handling
• national regulations on handling cargo
• use different communication channels
• write inspection reports
• write work-related reports

It also helps to know the following:

• commodities in maritime transportation
• distinguish various types of ships
• ensure safe loading of goods according to stowage plan
• hazardous freight regulations
• liaise with port users
• maritime telecommunications
• monitor storage space
• project management
• transportation methods
• types of cargo
• types of maritime vessels
• vessel stability principles
• warehouse operations
• address problems critically
• cooperate with colleagues
• liaise with colleagues
• make independent operating decisions
• manage personnel
• manage staff
• schedule shifts