Port Hub Supervisor

Job Tile: Port Hub Supervisor - Permanent

Location: Walvis Bay, Namibia

Business Unit: BME Metallurgy

Reports To: Senior Supervisor

About Us

BME, a global leader within the Omnia Group, provides innovative blasting solutions that support safe, efficient, and sustainable mining operations. With decades of industry experience, we combine advanced technology, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of mining challenges to deliver measurable performance improvements. At BME, we are committed to excellence in safety, operational performance, and customer partnership. We are looking for individuals who are driven by innovation and eager to contribute to cutting-edge solutions in the mining industry.

As part of the Omnia Group, our people form part of an interconnected global, forward-thinking team that values impact, contribution and expertise. We are committed to investing in each person's growth through world-class exposure, cutting-edge innovations, and opportunities for professional development. Our values-driven culture is built on respect, a commitment to excellence, and doing the right thing. At Omnia, innovation meets purpose, creating an environment where your contributions can shape meaningful solutions for today and tomorrow.

Operating in 26 countries and distributing to over 40, we provide essential products and services across agriculture, mining, and chemicals. We are driven by a shared commitment to enhancing lives, empowering communities, and creating a greener, more sustainable future. Whether enabling food security by improving agricultural yields, driving economic growth with safer and more efficient mining solutions, or supporting industrial progress with environmentally responsible chemicals, our work impacts industries, transforms communities, and builds a healthier planet.

Together, we are creating solutions that enhance life, empower progress, and shape a greener future for generations to come.

Why This Role Matters (Purpose):

To perform logistics, stockholding, planning and other duties to meet the criteria as set by the Company concerning the day-to-day operations of the business in terms of Logistics and Supply Chain as well as procurement planning and stock forecasting.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Liaising with WFS or other appointed clearing agent regarding documentation.

• Liaising with Customs to release containers and check for destuffing

• Liaising with Transporter for Containers to be brought to Protea and Empties returned.

• Liaising with Customs for permission to load trucks

• Liaising with Customs on Completion of loading to verify and seal export trucks

• Facilitating daily toolbox talks

• Conduct site inductions as per company procedures.

• Overseeing all daily operational activities according to instructions from line managers and company procedures.

• Supervising warehouse operators, general workers and contractors in terms of daily activities.

• Supervising warehouse operators, general workers and contractors in terms of adhering to safe operating procedures and work instructions.

• Weighbridge Operator

• GRN incoming consignments

• Administration and paperwork relating to receiving and dispatching of stock and managing of stock control and bonded warehouse control.

• Updating of Receiving and Dispatch Ledger with Computer Records

• Ensuring compliance in terms of quality control and good traceability.

• Updating of PPE associated forms

• Ensure that pre-use checks of machinery, mobile lifting equipment and transporter vehicles are conducted prior to activity.

• Ensure competency of employees and contractors by performing monthly Planned Task Observations.

• Assist Senior Supervisor with the management of shift planning, leave planning and overtime management of Operators and General Workers.

• Performing periodical stock taking as per stock control requirements.

• Taking retention samples.

• Adhering to and performing SHEQ related duties.

• Other ad-hoc duties if tasked by Line Manager

• Ad-hoc forklift driving if licenced

• Adherence to and execution of current and new procedures / work instructions as it may be amended or implemented from time to time.

• Partaking in the review of company risk assessment, SOP's, work instructions and forms, and incident investigations.

• Basic awareness training to workers and contractors.

• General cleaning and maintenance (Cleaning buildings, warehouses, plant equipment, offices, notices, signboards, washing vehicles, painting etc)

• Emergency response duties for chemicals spills (whether on-site or en route transport).

What You Will Bring:

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent

Experience:

• 3 years of experience as a supervisor or similar

• Demonstrated experience Logistics, Chemical or Mining Industries will be an advantage

Key Competencies:

• Able to arrange and organize all support functions, supply raw materials & PPE to team members

• Training of employees.

• Communicate production plan

• Responsible for housekeeping and waste management

• Timeous reporting and correction of equipment and quality failure

• Safety of employees

• Stock Planning

Why Join Omnia

Join an organisation where innovation, sustainability and purpose come together. Shape Health, Safety and Security strategy across a leading international business while contributing to a greener future.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Omnia is committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

Thank You for Your Interest

Thank you for your interest in joining Omnia. Every application is carefully reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. While only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, we truly appreciate the time you've taken to apply and encourage you to keep an eye on future opportunities with us.