Control Room Superintendent
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Tincan Island Container Terminal is hiring a Control Room Superintendent to supervise and coordinate real-time terminal operations from the Operations Control Room in Apapa, Lagos. The role focuses on monitoring vessel and yard operations via TOS and CCTV, ensuring smooth operational flow, and coordinating with Yard, Shipside, Equipment Control, and Planning teams for safe and efficient terminal performance.
- Full-time role based in Apapa, Lagos
- Supervises real-time vessel and yard operations from the Control Room
- Uses Terminal Operating System and CCTV for operational monitoring
- Coordinates Yard, Shipside, Equipment Control, and Planning teams
- Requires strong operational coordination and escalation skills
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Control Room Superintendent at Tincan Island Container Terminal
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Sep 28, 2026, 9:07 AM
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Tincan Island Container Terminal Limited (TICT), established in 2004, is a multinational company operating in Nigeria with its Terminal located at Tin-can Island Port, Terminal B (2nd Gate), Apapa, Lagos and has its Head Office at 1/3 Point Road, Apapa, Lagos. After a very competitive bidding process, TICT emerged as the concessionaire of Terminal B, Tincan Island Port. Armed with a long-term lease agreement with the Federal Government of Nigeria, and an unwavering commitment to continued investment in Port development, we are poised to position ourselves as a key industry player within the African sub-region.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Control Room Superintendent
Location: Apapa, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The role ensures effective monitoring of vessel and yard operations via the Terminal Operating System (TOS) and CCTV systems, seamless dissemination of operational information, and strong coordination between Yard, Shipside, Equipment Control, and Planning teams to optimize terminal performance.
The Operations Control Room Superintendent is responsible for supervising and coordinating real-time terminal operations from the Operations Control Room to ensure safe, efficient, and hitch-free vessel and yard activities.
Roles and Responsibilities
Operations Monitoring & Control:
Ensure smooth and uninterrupted operational flow during vessel and yard activities
Maintain accurate operational logs and Control Room records.
Monitor movements of Cargo Handling Equipment (CHE) across yard, shipside, and terminal through CCTV Ensure efficient use and application of TOS in monitoring and controlling operations
Monitor live vessel and yard operations via TOS and Control Room systems
Identify operational bottlenecks and escalate promptly
Information Dissemination & Coordination:
Ensure effective coordination with Yard and Ship-side teams for hitch-free operations.
Update vessel operation sequences based on planning instructions
Disseminate relevant and accurate operational information/data to Yard and Ship-side teams in real time
Ensure efficient execution of instructions provided by the Planning team
Vessel Operations Coordination:
Plan and coordinate vessel and terminal operations for optimal performance
Communicate with Shipping Agents regarding vessel operational status to support planning of berthing and sailing
Send soft copies of vessel departure reports at completion of operations to Vessel Command, Shipping Lines, Vessel Planners/Agents, and internal TICT recipients
Monitor live vessel operations and provide real-time updates
Prepare shift reports summarizing vessel productivity, yard performance, delays, and key operational events.
Performance Monitoring & Problem Resolution
Monitor vessel productivity, yard performance, and equipment allocation through TOS dashboards
Analyse causes of delays associated with vessel and yard operations
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and turnaround time
Report major operational delays or disruptions and propose corrective solutions
Liaise with Equipment Control team for proper distribution of equipment
Coordinate with Technical Department and Plant unit for equipment availability and fault resolution
Other Duties:
Perform any other operations-related duties as may be required to support terminal efficiency and productivity
Minimum Educational Qualifications / Certifications / Years of Experience
HND / Bachelor's Degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Transport Management, Engineering, or related field.
Port or Shipping Operations Training.
Experience in vessel planning or yard operations coordination is an advantage.
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in terminal/port operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or control room role.
Skills and Competency Requirements:
Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a 24/7 shift environment.
Strong coordination and multitasking ability
Knowledge of cargo handling equipment deployment and coordination
Strong knowledge of port/terminal operations (yard and shipside)
Proficiency in Terminal Operating System (TOS)
Ability to interpret operational dashboards and productivity metrics
Excellent communication and real-time decision-making skills
High level of situational awareness and attention to detail
Total Compensation
Attractive.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to:
recruitment@tict-ng.com
using the job title as the subject of the email.
Note:
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline:
31st October, 2026.
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