Sachbearb. (Schiffsfrachtverkehr)

U.S. Army Europe and Africa; Bremerhaven; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A government organization in Bremen is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Cargo Operations Specialist. Responsibilities include assessing cargo handling requirements, certifying contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Qualified candidates should have a relevant apprenticeship and 4 years of experience in cargo handling, along with B2 proficiency in English and German. The position offers a stable work environment and attractive benefits under German tariffs.

Leistungen

30 days of annual leave

Attractive pay under German tariff agreements

Health promotion programs

Qualifikationen

• 4 years of job-related experience in cargo handling or planning.
• Must have a valid driver’s license class B.
• Experience with waterfront cargo handling necessary.

Aufgaben

• Assess cargo handling requirements and priorities.
• Certify contractor services and performance standards.
• Inspect cargo space for suitability and compatibility.

Kenntnisse

Office automation skills

Cargo handling knowledge

Language proficiency in English (B2)

Language proficiency in German (B2)

Ausbildung

Apprenticeship as Schifffahrtkaufmann/frau or similar

Graduation from University or Fachhochschule as Diplom Ingenieur für Transportwesen

Jobbeschreibung

Sachbearb. (Schiffsfrachtverkehr)

Bremerhaven, Germany

WHO MAY APPLY

Current INTERNAL Local National Employees throughout Germany. This covers all current Local National employees of the U.S. Forces in Germany, including U.S. Air Force and AAFES-Europe within Germany

and

EXTERNAL Local National Applicants, who reside in Germany.

Hauptaufgaben

Planning

Provides assessment of adequacy of contract berth, warehouse and staging area to operations supervisor in order to meet cargo handling requirements and priorities. Reviews contractor developed production schedules based on Worldwide Port System (WPS) data for ship operations and determines requirements for labor, Material Handling Equipment, and US Government owned dunnage and lashing materials to accomplish a safe, economic and efficient operation. Prepares pre-stow-plans with stow planning software (ICODES) or in hand‑hand for outbound cargo (all classes and categories). Loaded aboard ships of the Military Sealift Command controlled fleet (includes time and voyage charters) in compliance with ships Cargo Security Manuals (CSM), standards set by the IMDG Code for the carriage of cargo, ship, capability and characteristics, maritime laws, IMDG Codes Supplement and Safety Regulations. Ensures maxim‑uni utilization of available vessel space and tonnage within the limitation of vessel's stability and trim requirements. Reviews inbound stow plan to ensure inclusion of all information necessary to plan discharge and quay operations. Participates with contractor and vessel representatives, in planning for vessel discharge loading and stowing operations. Participates in port surveys to assess port capacity for military operations. Reviews vessel, characteristics and shipping space tentatively offered by MSC and determines acceptance of the shipping space assigned in fight of specific; requirements of the cargo. Inspect proposed stowage space on commercial vessels and determines suitability IAW the Universal Shipping Contract and MILSTAMP.

Contracts

Performs Contracting Officer's Representative duties in accordance with appointment letter. Provides technical assistance to the Contracting Officer with respect to matters pertaining to port operations, ensures compliance with the technical requirements of the contract, ensures receipt of all deliverables, inspects and accepts services required under the contract, and maintains detailed records of contractor performance. Conducts Labor Order Meetings with contractor terminal management to articulate service requirements. Certifies cost responsibilities by means of completed Labor Order Forms. Verifies whether contractor render services are provided IAW requirements listed on the Labor Order Form and whether additional services for extra labor, equipment rental, or other contractual services are performed and properly documented for final certification on Timekeeper Reports at end of shift / operation. Verifies contractor invoices against timekeeper reports, labor order forms and stipulations of S&RTS contracts. Determines whether or not hardship conditions exist and notifies Contracting Officer accordingly. Reports contractor personnel performance by preparing and submitting Quality Central Surveillance Reports, Performs Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE) duties in accordance with appointment letter. Reports contractual noncompliance to the operations supervisor and informs the Contracting Officer. Assesses detention charges / liquidated damages / claims / marine casualties for came, validity and liability and provides his recommendation to the Contracting Officer for evaluation and completion of possible claims order. Works in close coordination with vessel masters, chief mates, and or deck officers in the performance of his duties.

Operations

Inspects and reports contractor or military port operator performance during vessel, rail, barge, and (military) highway (un)loading and (un)stuffing activities. Coordinates activities of military drivers and military maintenance teams. Coordinates sequencing of railcars, barge, and truck availability for (un)loading to expedite vessel operations and to avoid demurrage. Performs spot checks of warehousing operations. Performs in‑stow inspections with contractor representative of cargo to identify / evaluate possible transportation damage and proper final, stow position. Provides operational progress reports to vessel representatives. During operations whereby contractors or military port operator are not familiar with special DOD cargo handling requirements, the following operational tasks are performed. Inspects cargo space available at mode of transportation for suitability and compatibility of transporting US DOD sponsored cargo and reports findings to the operations supervisor. Inspects Materiel Handling Equipment to ensure compliance with operational needs. Reports excessive / insufficient gang structures. Recommends reassignment of inefficient personnel. Recommends shifting of work force to improve operations. Recommends S&RTS contractor representative in charge of operations to stop activities when wanted, by operational circumstances.

Safety

In addition to Deck Officer / contractor provided safety instructions, provides safety instructions IAW AR385‑10, The Army Safety Program, to all personnel directly involved in vessel and terminal operations prior to commencement of operation, in addition to contractor provided Materiel Handling Equipment (MHE) inspections, inspects MHE to ensure compliance with safety requirements. In addition to contractor provided IMDG expertise and Host Nation directives provides technical expertise to contractor personnel in case of (un)loading of unsafe containers or gross incidence of non‑compliance with applicable laws and regulations, Recommends S&RTS contractor representative in charge of operation to stop activities when warranted by safety. Maintains HAZMAT certification.

Security

Opens, inspects and reseals, overlanded, damaged or pilfered containers and ensures integrity is maintained in the chain of custody for these containers. Informs operations supervisor regarding special security cargo mid coordinates special storage. Maintains the Transportation Discrepancy Program.

Coordination

Obtains relevant cargo data and coordinates operations with representatives of. Stevedoring company, long‑shoring and tally & checking company, vessel agent, supported CINC, rail road / barge company. If required, conducts exercise coordination with HN military police, HN port authorities, supported CINC's representatives, and other US Government representatives, to ensure seamless cargo hand‑off in the Sea Port of Embarkation / Debarkation (SPOE / SPOD). Coordinates, on quay, clearance of oversized cargo with mode operator officials (rail, barge, truck).

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifikationsanforderungen

Explanations to the E&T Levels (Education & Training Levels) can be found at the link "Description of the Education & Training Levels".

E&T Level IIIA: The completed apprenticeship must have been as Schifffahrtkaufmann / frau, or in the transportation or Shipment occupational area, e.g., Speditionskaufmann / frau or other similar occupation; PLUS 4 years of job related experience.

E&T Level IVA: The completed apprenticeship must have been as Schifffahrtkaufmann / frau, or in the transportation or Shipment occupational area, e.g., Speditionskaufmann / frau or other similar occupation; PLUS 3 years of job related experience.

E&T Level V: Graduation from a University or Fachhochschule as Diplom Ingenieur für Transportwesen or Certification as Licensed Merchant Marine Captain (AG, AM, AK‑Patent) etc. no additional experience required.

Job Related Experience: Experience that provided knowledge in waterfront cargo handling or cargo layout and planning operations. The experience must demonstrate knowledge of cargo loading ships and familiarity with marine terminal activities. The experience must have been gained in performing cargo handling operations in such positions as ship foreman or stevedore superintendent.

• Office automation skills required.
• Applicant must be in the possession of a valid driver’s license class B and must be able to obtain/maintain a military motor vehicle operator’s license.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVEL

English Language Proficiency Level B2 and German Language Proficiency Level B2 required.

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Beschäftigungsbedingungen

This is a re‑announcement of vacancy announcement 24JAN0HUSDDC0X834109-10. Applications for vacancy announcement 24JAN0HUSDDC0X834109-1 are not valid for this announcement, submission of a new application is required.

These are multiple permanent full‑time positions.

• TDY travel is required for training purposes, meetings, exercise and / or mission accomplishment. 25%.
• Maintains driver's license to operate government vehicles in connection with stated duties.
• Shift work required.
• Weekend and holiday work required.

We offer :

• a global employer who stands for cultural diversity and equal opportunities
• employment in an international environment with a welcoming atmosphere
• high level of job security and attractive pay under German tariff agreements (CTA II; Protection Agreement) including, but not limited to, the following tariff entitlements :
• 30 days of annual leave; 36 days for severely handicapped employees (Additional time‑off on 24 & 31 December per tariff agreement)
• vacation and Christmas pay (total of 13 monthly salaries)
• various additional social benefits (e.g., employer pension scheme through Allianz group insurance; property accrual payments)

Beyond the tariff agreement :

• employer‑specific programs for flexible work schedules; situational mobile work; length‑of‑service / performance awards
• health promotion and fitness programs, including free use of employer‑run Fitness centers (if available).