Dispatcher Apapa

Tincan Island Container Terminal Limited (TICT), established in 2004, is a multinational company operating in Nigeria with its Terminal located at Tin-can Island Port, Terminal B (2nd Gate), Apapa, Lagos and has its Head Office at 1/3 Point Road, Apapa, Lagos. After a very competitive bidding process, TICT emerged as the concessionaire of Terminal B, Tincan Island Port. Armed with a long-term lease agreement with the Federal Government of Nigeria, and an unwavering commitment to continued investment in Port development, we are poised to position ourselves as a key industry player within the African sub-region. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Dispatcher SourcingQualified Talent Through Staffing Agencies

Location: Apapa, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary

The Dispatcher is responsible for the centralized deployment, monitoring, and control of all Cargo Handling Equipment (CHE), including distributions of containers planned for loading on vessels across the terminal during assigned shifts. The role functions as a real-time coordination hub, working closely with Yard Coordinators, Marine & Vessel Coordinators, Equipment Control, and Plant teams to ensure optimal equipment allocation, minimal idle time, and seamless execution of vessel and yard.

Roles and Responsibilities

Take full responsibility for deployment and reallocation of all equipment per shift (RTGs, MHCs, Terminal Trucks, Reach Stackers, etc.) Ensure optimal distribution of equipment based on operational priorities (vessel, yard, gate) Continuously adjust equipment deployment in response to real-time operational demands Ensure quick replacement or redistribution of equipment in case of faultsEnsure alignment between yard activities and vessel operations for seamless cargo flow

Monitor live operations using Terminal Operating System (TOS) and Control Room systems Track equipment productivity, utilization, and movement across the terminal Identify idle equipment, bottlenecks, and inefficiencies in real time Initiate immediate corrective actions to optimize operational performance.

Use TOS to monitor job execution, equipment allocation, and operational progress Support assignment and reassignment of jobs in coordination with Control Room and Planning teams Ensure accuracy of operational data related to equipment deployment and movements Support achievement of vessel productivity and yard performance targets

Maintain real-time communication with all operational stakeholders Keep accurate records of deployment decisions, changes, and operational issues Support preparation of shift reports on equipment utilization and operational performance

Perform other tasks as assigned by the Line Manager.

Minimum Educational Qualifications / Certifications / Years of Experience

Minimum of HND / Bachelor's Degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Engineering or related fields Minimum of 3 years' experience in terminal operations, dispatch, yard, or control room functions Experience in equipment coordination is an advantage.

Knowledge of Cargo Handling Equipment operations and deployment logic Ability to interpret operational metrics (productivity, utilization, delays) Strong understanding of terminal operations (yard & vessel) Proficiency in Terminal Operating Software (TOS) Strongcoordinationand multitasking ability High situational awareness and real-time decision-making Excellent communication skills Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment Analytical mindset (monitoring & optimization focus).

Total Compensation

Attractive. Application Closing Date

30th September, 2026. How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [Email hidden - Login to reveal] using “Dispatcher" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted.