Vessel Boarding & Ship Operations Agent — Barcelona

Next Maritime; Barcelona; Presencial; EUR 28.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

International environment

Career growth

Maritime group

Descripción de la vacante

Next Maritime in Barcelona, Spain, is seeking a motivated Vessel Boarding Agent to join our Operations team. You will coordinate vessel arrivals, nominations, and port calls, liaising with authorities, terminals, and crews to ensure smooth port operations.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in vessel agency or port operations, advanced English and fluent Spanish, and a logistics or maritime degree. You will work in a dynamic, international environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Formación

• 2–4 years of experience as Vessel Boarding Agent or in a port operations role
• Advanced English is essential; fluent Spanish is also required
• Degree or vocational training in Logistics, International Trade, Maritime Studies, Transport, Business Administration or related field
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work confidently with vessel crews, clients, authorities, terminals and suppliers
• Good knowledge of shipping documentation, port operations and maritime safety requirements
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills and familiarity with vessel agency, port operations or logistics software
• Availability and flexibility to work according to vessel and operational requirements, including outside regular office hours when necessary
• Valid driving license

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate and monitor vessel arrivals, departures and port calls
• Manage vessel nominations and operational files from opening through completion
• Liaise with port authorities, terminals, customs, surveyors, suppliers, vessel crews and other stakeholders
• Prepare, manage and submit operational and shipping documentation
• Attend vessels and provide onboard operational support
• Coordinate port services, provisions, crew changes and logistics arrangements
• Keep clients and all relevant parties continuously informed about operational progress
• Respond effectively to operational issues and support their timely resolution
• Maintain accurate operational records and ensure compliance with safety, port and company procedures

Conocimientos

Advanced English

Fluent Spanish

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Vessel operations

Microsoft 365

Educación

Logistics / Maritime studies degree

Herramientas

Vessel agency software

Port operations software

Descripción del empleo

Next Maritime in Barcelona, Spain, is seeking a motivated Vessel Boarding Agent to join our Operations team. You will coordinate vessel arrivals, nominations, and port calls, liaising with authorities, terminals, and crews to ensure smooth port operations.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in vessel agency or port operations, advanced English and fluent Spanish, and a logistics or maritime degree. You will work in a dynamic, international environment with opportunities for professional growth.