Outside Superintendent — Vessel Operations

Job overview

The Outside Superintendent — Vessel Operations role is onsite in Port Allen, LA. Compensation is not specified. Louis Dreyfus Company is an agricultural goods merchant and processor, and this role leads vessel loading operations at its terminal. The superintendent coordinates crews, vessel officers, and terminal teams to load cargo safely and efficiently while meeting tonnage, stability, draft, quality, and safety requirements. The role also makes operational decisions and may step in to operate loading equipment when needed.

What you'll do

• Lead and supervise vessel loading crews
• execute loading plans according to stowage requirements, trim strategies, and tonnage targets
• direct hold loading sequences to maintain stability and draft compliance
• coordinate real-time operational decisions
• assign tasks and monitor stevedore performance
• conduct pre-shift briefings, safety talks, and job hazard analyses
• liaise with terminal operations, maintenance, inspectors, and vessel crew
• monitor load distribution, trim, and draft
• ensure hold cleanup inspection status
• enforce safety and regulatory requirements
• investigate and document incidents
• ensure grain grades and segregation meet customer and FGIS requirements and prevent cross-contamination. Must be able to fill in for vessel loading operations, including operating loading systems.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

outside superintendent

vessel operations

port allen la

louis dreyfus company

stevedoring

vessel loading

crew supervision

terminal operations

grain cargo

stowage and trim

draft compliance

marine safety

osha compliance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life and disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, family-friendly benefits, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Why this role

Requires prior over-the-water stevedoring experience and at least 4–5 years of supervisory experience.

About the employer

Louis Dreyfus Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers. Sector: 42.