班组长

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Job Purpose

The Shift Leader is responsible for coordinating and leading day-to-day shift operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable performance of operational activities. The role supervises operators and support personnel during assigned shifts, ensuring compliance with company policies, operational procedures, quality standards, and health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Leadership

Lead and coordinate all activities during assigned shifts to ensure operational objectives are achieved.

Monitor operational processes, equipment performance, and production targets.

Allocate work assignments and resources effectively to meet operational demands and deadlines.

Ensure continuity of operations through effective shift handovers and communication.

2. Team Supervision

Supervise, coach, and support operators and other shift personnel.

Provide guidance, instruction, and on-the-job training to team members.

Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Participate in employee performance management activities, including feedback and disciplinary processes as required.

3. Safety, Health and Environmental Compliance

Ensure all work activities are performed in accordance with company Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) requirements.

Conduct safety briefings and toolbox talks as required.

Identify and address workplace hazards, unsafe behaviors, and non-compliance issues.

Ensure incidents, near misses, and safety concerns are reported promptly and accurately.

4. Performance Monitoring and Continuous Improvement

Monitor operational performance indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.

Implement corrective actions to address operational issues and improve efficiency.

Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing productivity, quality, and reliability.

5. Resource Coordination

Ensure the availability and proper use of equipment, tools, materials, and spare parts required for operations.

Coordinate maintenance and operational activities to minimize downtime.

Escalate equipment failures, resource shortages, or operational risks when necessary.

6. Communication and Stakeholder Management

Maintain effective communication with management, maintenance teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Prepare and submit shift reports, operational updates, and incident reports.

Facilitate communication between outgoing and incoming shifts to ensure smooth operational transitions.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, Technical Certificate, or equivalent qualification.

Additional technical or supervisory training preferred.

Valid certifications relevant to the operational environment are an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of operational experience in an industrial, marine, energy, manufacturing, or related environment.
• Previous experience leading or supervising teams preferred.
• Experience working in a shift-based operational environment.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong understanding of operational processes and safety requirements.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to operational challenges.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and reporting systems.

Competencies

• Leadership and Accountability
• Safety Awareness
• Operational Excellence
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement
• Customer and Stakeholder Focus
• Planning and Organizing

Working Conditions

• Rotational shift work, including nights, weekends, and public holidays, as required.
• Work may be performed in office, plant, industrial, marine, or field environments.
• Exposure to operational and industrial conditions requiring adherence to safety procedures and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).