Dispatcher

Plouvier Group N.V.; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Eco vouchers

Company car with fuel card

Hospitalisation insurance

Group insurance

Job summary

Plouvier is seeking an experienced Dispatcher to act as the central link between our inland tanker vessels, Captains and shore teams. You will coordinate day-to-day operations, plan vessel movements and respond rapidly to changing plans.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, with experience in inland/tanker shipping and proficiency in English, Dutch and German. A hands-on mentality and ownership are valued, with regular visits onboard.

Qualifications

• Experience in inland shipping, tanker shipping or a comparable maritime environment.
• Good understanding of vessel operations and life onboard.
• Experience working with Captains, crew or maritime operations.
• Dispatching, vessel planning or fleet operations experience is advantageous.
• Structured, solution-oriented, and decisive in fast-moving environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations and movements of our vessels.
• Act as central contact for Captains and crew.
• Follow up vessel schedules, voyages, loading and unloading.
• Coordinate changes to planning and respond to issues.
• Monitor vessel availability and progress.
• Coordinate with chartering, terminals, customers and partners.
• Escalate operational, safety or technical matters as needed.
• Keep information and planning up to date in our systems.
• Support smooth communication between vessels and shore organisation.
• Ensure timely decisions in fast-moving environment.

Skills

Maritime experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

English

Dutch

German

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Keep our fleet moving. Stay connected. Make it happen.

At Plouvier, we operate a modern fleet of 20 inland tanker vessels sailing across the Rhine and the ports of Antwerp, Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

We are looking for an Dispatcher who enjoys being at the heart of our daily operations. In this role, you are the central point of contact between our vessels, Captains, crew and shore-based organisation. You help keep our fleet moving by coordinating schedules, following up operational matters and responding quickly when plans change.

Your role

As Dispatcher, you coordinate the daily operational flow of our inland tanker fleet. You are closely involved in vessel planning, dispatching and communication with our crew

Your responsibilities include:

• Coordinating the day-to-day operations and movements of our vessels
• Acting as a central point of contact for Captains and crew
• Following up vessel schedules, voyages, loading and unloading operations
• Coordinating changes to planning and responding to unexpected operational issues
• Monitoring vessel availability and operational progress
• Coordinating with chartering, terminals, customers and other operational partners
• Following up delays, operational disruptions and other issues and ensuring the right actions are taken
• Coordinating practical solutions when problems arise during a voyage
• Following up maintenance issues where they impact vessel operations
• Escalating technical, safety or operational matters to the appropriate colleagues when required
• Keeping operational information and planning up to date in our systems
• Supporting smooth communication between vessels and the shore organisation

What we are looking for

We are looking for a maritime professional with strong organisational and communication skills who enjoys coordinating people, vessels and information.

You ideally have:

• Experience in inland shipping, tanker shipping or a comparable maritime environment
• A good understanding of vessel operations and life onboard
• Experience working with Captains, crew or maritime operations
• Experience in dispatching, vessel planning, fleet operations or a similar coordinating role is an advantage
• A structured and solution-oriented approach
• The ability to prioritise and make decisions in a fast-moving environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
• A hands‑on mentality and a strong sense of ownership
• Good command of English, Dutch and German

Experience as a Captain, Superintendent, Dispatcher, Fleet Coordinator or similar maritime professional is highly valued.

What we offer

At Plouvier, you will join a growing organisation with a young and modern fleet of 20 inland tanker vessels.

We offer:

• A competitive salary based on your experience and expertise
• An attractive package of extralegal benefits, including meal vouchers and eco vouchers
• Company car with fuel card, as the role includes regular visits onboard
• Hospitalisation insurance and group insurance
• A key role in the daily operations of a modern inland tanker fleet
• Direct contact with Captains, crew and shore-based teams
• A high level of responsibility and autonomy
• The opportunity to make a visible impact on our fleet operations
• A dynamic working environment where no two days are the same
• Opportunities to grow with Plouvier as our fleet and organisation continue to develop

Ready to keep our fleet moving?

Are you an experienced maritime professional who enjoys coordinating vessels, communicating with crew and finding solutions when plans change?

Then we would like to meet you.

Join Plouvier as our new Dispatcher and become the central link between our vessels, crew and shore organisation.