Port Agent to Wallenius SOL Oulu

Wallenius Sol; Oulu; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WALLENIUS SOL in Oulu is seeking a Port Agent to join our team and ensure safe, efficient port and cargo operations while coordinating vessels, terminals, customers and partners.

You will manage cargo bookings, documentation, and monitoring of cargo movements, and report vessel schedules to customers. The role may involve standby or on-call duties in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, logistics, transport, port operations or similar.
• Fluent in Swedish and English, written and spoken.
• Service-minded, proactive and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Able to work independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate vessel calls and loading/discharge operations.
• Handle cargo bookings and documentation.
• Monitor cargo and vessel equipment and keep stakeholders updated on schedules and movements.
• Follow up on operational deviations and take corrective actions.
• Role may require standby or on-call duties due to around-the-clock operations.

Skills

Service-minded

Proactive

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At WALLENIUS SOL, we connect industries and markets through reliable and sustainable shipping and logistics solutions. Now we are looking for a Port Agent to join our team in Oulu and play an important role in keeping our vessel and cargo operations running smoothly.

The role

As Port Agent, you will be a central link between our vessels, terminals, customers and operational partners. Your focus will be to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective port and cargo operations while providing excellent service to our customers and stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include coordinating vessel calls and loading and discharge operations, handling cargo bookings and documentation, monitoring cargo and vessel equipment, and keeping customers and stakeholders updated on vessel schedules and cargo movements.

You will also follow up on operational deviations and take action when things do not go according to plan. As our business operates around the clock, the role requires flexibility and may include standby or on-call duties.

Who you are

You enjoy working in an operational environment where priorities can change quickly and where communication, structure and good judgement make a real difference.

We believe you have experience within shipping, logistics, transport, port operations or a similar industry. You are service-minded, proactive and comfortable managing several activities at the same time. You have a strong attention to detail, enjoy solving problems and can work both independently and together with others.

You are fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken, and comfortable working with Microsoft Office and operational systems.

Why join WALLENIUS SOL?

At WALLENIUS SOL, you will become part of an international shipping and logistics organization where collaboration, responsibility and operational excellence are part of everyday work.

You will have the opportunity to work close to the heart of our operations, build strong relationships across our network and contribute directly to reliable service for our customers.

The position is based in Oulu, Finland, and some travel to other operational locations may be required.

About WALLENIUS SOL

WALLENIUS SOL is a shipping and logistics company connecting Northern Europe with key markets through reliable, sustainable and customer-focused transport solutions. With a strong maritime heritage and a forward-looking mindset, we are committed to shaping the future of shipping and logistics together with our customers, partners and employees.

Location: Oulu, Finland

Employment type: Full-time

Application deadline: 29 november