Il nuovo Terminal Multipurpose del Porto di Trieste per container, RoRo, General Cargo e Project Cargo. Il terminal, situato nel cuore dell'Adriatico, è destinato a soddisfare la crescente domanda e a diventare la futura piattaforma di interscambio tra mare e ferrovia all'incrocio tra Baltico, Adriatico e Mediterraneo.

La vostra porta d'accesso all'Europa nell'Adriatico.

Operations Assistant

Purpose of the job

The Operations Assistant supports day-to-day terminal operations by coordinating internal traffic flows and contributing to broader operational support activities. In addition to traffic coordination, the role includes responsibilities related to yard inventory monitoring and terminal housekeeping administrative activities, ensuring operational order, safety, and continuity across the terminal.

Summary of responsibilities

Coordinate internal terminal traffic flows to ensure safe and efficient movement of trucks, equipment, and cargo.
Act as an operational interface between Shift Leader, Control Room, Gate staff, third-party traffic coordination companies (e.g. SDN), equipment operators, and truck drivers.
Monitor daily traffic flow through observation, evaluation, and real-time adjustment.
Intervene and troubleshoot critical or congested traffic situations.
Stop traffic and alert relevant personnel in case of unsafe or dangerous conditions.
Provide instructions to traffic operators, including position allocation and shift handovers.
Support planning of daily traffic flows in line with the operational situation.
Participate in Shifty preparatory and operational coordination meetings.

Yard Inventory Support

Support monitoring and basic control of yard inventory, including unit positioning and availability.
Assist operational teams in identifying discrepancies or anomalies in yard allocation.
Support reporting of recurring inventory or positioning issues to Shift Leaders and Operations.

Terminal Housekeeping – Administrative Activities

Support administrative activities related to terminal housekeeping and order of operational areas.
Report anomalies related to yard order, traffic signage, access routes, and parking areas.
Contribute to maintaining operational discipline and compliance with terminal rules.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

Prepare and maintain documentation related to:
- Traffic flows and traffic maps
- Attendance lists
- Reporting of recurring operational or traffic issues
Support definition of operational improvements and proactively suggest solutions.
Assist in development and update of training and briefing materials for internal and external staff.

Support to Truck Drivers

Provide assistance to truck drivers within the yard for operational needs (unit location, traffic instructions, U-turns, parking instructions, customs holds, etc.).

Key Performance Measures

Safety and continuity of internal traffic flows
Timely handling and escalation of critical situations
Accuracy and reliability of yard inventory support
Compliance with terminal procedures and HSSE rule

Education & Experience

General terminal experience
Understanding for logistical traffic solutions
Possession of driver’s license B (mandatory)

Technical Skills & Knowledge Required (specific skills and knowledge required for the position)

Rough understanding on road transport types (container, trailer, swap body, …)
Logical understanding for traffic situations and ability to recognize critical situations
Courage to autonomously solve critical and escalated traffic situations
Understanding of driving regulations within a terminal
Basics skills in MS office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Behavioral Competences Required (e.g., organizational skills, ability to lead a team, etc.)

Strong communication and coordination skills with multiple stakeholders
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic operational environment
High awareness of health and safety procedures
Willingness to communicate via radio

Language Requirements

Good level of spoken and written Italian
Spoken intermediate/basic English proficiency is a plus

Other Requirements

Valid EU work permit
Driving licence category B (mandatory)
Availability to work in shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays
Willingness to work in a mixed environment (office and outdoor operational areas)
Mandatory use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Full compliance with company procedures and policies

HHLA PLT Italia fa parte del Gruppo HHLA, con oltre 6.400 dipendenti in tutto il mondo. Il successo significa cose diverse per persone diverse. Per questo motivo, cerchiamo di fare in modo che ogni dipendente possa avere successo e svilupparsi professionalmente in accordo con gli obiettivi aziendali.

Il presente annuncio è rivolto ad entrambi i sessi, ai sensi delle leggi 903/77 e 125/91 e a persone di tutte le età e tutte le nazionalità, ai sensi dei decreti legislativi 215/03 e 216/03.

Operations Assistant

Inizia con la tua email