Port Operations Officer

Job Responsibilities

• Make all arrangements for CMA CGM Group operated vessels to berth and sail on schedule.
• Board vessels on arrival (24/7) and during their calls as and when necessary.
• Handle all documentation associated with vessel calls and provide to authorities as necessary.
• Keep vessel Master, ship manager and all interested parties informed of vessel prospects and provide regular operational updates.
• Arrange delivery and collection of ship's spares and supplies.
• Arrange transport and accommodation for on/off-signing crew.
• Assist the Master of the vessel with any other requirements.
• Issue light dues certificates.
• Identify any opportunities for cost-savings or operational improvements.
• Liaise regularly and develop good working relationships with terminal operators, port authorities and service providers.
• Assist Port Operations Officers in their roles as required, including the monitoring of terminal performance and yard optimisation.
• Key Performance Indicators
• Minimise idle time of vessels alongside before and after cargo operations
• Ensure vessels’ passage from pilot boarding, through berthing, unberthing and pilot disembarking on departure adheres to agreed times and all relevant stakeholders comply
• Ensure all cargo operations are completed before vessel departure.
• Ensure compliance with all UK / international maritime laws and regulations.

Additional Information
 

Out of normal office hours coverage will be required, as standard.