Shipping Operations Lead: DET/DEM, Docs & Compliance

applydubaijob.com; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

HMM MIDDLE EAST SHIPPING LLC is seeking an Operation Executive with shipping or logistics experience to manage detention and demurrage follow-ups, invoicing coordination, and documentation processes.

The role requires coordination with port and customs regulations, and regular reporting to regional and headquarters teams. The candidate will support process improvement initiatives and handle legal/refund cases related to detention and resale.

Qualifications

• Shipping or logistics experience is required.
• Proficiency with documentation and regulatory processes.
• Strong knowledge of port and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow up on long idling cases.
• Manage DET/DEM collection and invoice follow-up.
• Monitor invoicing, receipt, and deduction of line detention.
• Handle T&D guidelines related to documents/cargo release queries and clarifications.
• Manage legal and refund cases for detention, total loss, and full resale.
• Prepare notices for new or revised port/customs local regulations.
• Prepare reports to HQ for approvals (auction, disposal, detention deduction).
• Support ITSM documentation module process improvement plan.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports to RHQ and HQ (L.I/Non-Invoice/DTL/DED).
• Monitor manifests and troubleshoot related issues.

Skills

Shipping & Logistics Experience

Documentation Knowledge

Port & Customs Regulations

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

HMM MIDDLE EAST SHIPPING LLC is seeking an Operation Executive with shipping or logistics experience to manage detention and demurrage follow-ups, invoicing coordination, and documentation processes.

The role requires coordination with port and customs regulations, and regular reporting to regional and headquarters teams. The candidate will support process improvement initiatives and handle legal/refund cases related to detention and resale.