Yard SignalmanExpiring Soon!

• Guide trucks, forklifts, reach-stackers, cranes and shunters using correct and recognised hand signals.
• Ensure safe distances between equipment, personnel and cargo during yard operations.
• Report unsafe acts, near misses and equipment defects immediately.
• Direct trucks to loading, offloading, parking and inspection zones.
• Support shunting operations by guiding equipment positioning.
• Coordinate with forklift and reach-stacker operators to align with container bays.
• Ensure smooth traffic flow in the yard to prevent congestion and accidents.
• Identify and confirm container numbers before loading and offloading.
• Verify bay locations and guide operators to the correct stack positions.
• Support physical checks of container condition when assigned.
• Relay instructions between logistics officers and ground operators.
• Maintain clear radio communication with yard supervisors and equipment operators.
• Record operational movements such as time stamps, bays and equipment used.
• Report delays or operational anomalies immediately.

Qualifications & Experience:

• O-Level or A-Level certificate as a minimum.
• Safety training such as OSH, defensive operations or signalling is preferred.
• At least two years of experience in an inland container depot, depot or related environment.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent understanding of yard hand signals and radio communication codes.
• Good knowledge of container operations including loading, offloading and stacking.
• Basic problem-solving and incident-reporting ability.
• Physical fitness and ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-moving environments.