Dispatcher Intern (Traineeship) - Container Terminal

About the role

APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations and part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, is looking for a Dispatcher intern to join its team in Vado Ligure. The intern works on shifts and is responsible for coordinating the daily dispatch of containers within the yard.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out all operations according to the priorities set by the Shift Manager
• Report operational problems and implement agreed changes to solve them
• Ensure optimal use of all equipment
• Keep the flow of containers between the rail siding and the external road traffic transfer area smooth and fast
• Update the system continuously with equipment identification
• Monitor dispatch queues to spot potential clashes and delays in the yard
• Manually dispatch work instructions that are not in an automatic queue
• Prepare reports requested by management

Required profile

• High school diploma and a university degree in Logistics, Operations Management or a related field
• Italian at native level and English proficiency
• In-depth knowledge of logistics, yard planning and layout, and container terminal operations
• Analytical, numeracy, reporting and problem-solving skills, with a proactive, lean-minded approach to continuous improvement
• Planning and organisational skills, teamwork ability, flexibility and accuracy

The internship or traineeship is based in Vado Ligure; no relocation or visa support is provided.