Liasoning Officer

Thekirangroup; Kadali; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Thekirangroup in India is seeking an experienced Liasoning Officer to coordinate with port authorities, government departments, vessel agents, customs, and other regulatory agencies for smooth terminal and vessel operations.

The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge of port procedures, statutory compliances, documentation, and excellent coordination and negotiation skills to resolve issues and ensure timely approvals.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating with port authorities and government bodies.
• Strong knowledge of port procedures and statutory compliance.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with port authorities, customs, CISF, immigration, shipping agents, vessel masters, and other agencies.
• Coordinate berthing, cargo handling, loading/unloading, and sailing formalities.
• Ensure documentation for vessel operations is complete.
• Coordinate with Operations, Safety, Maintenance, Commercial, and Security.
• Obtain approvals, permits, and statutory clearances.
• Monitor vessel schedules and readiness for arrivals/departures.
• Facilitate regulatory inspections and compliance.
• Maintain relationships with port officials and stakeholders.
• Resolve delays by coordinating with authorities.
• Maintain records of correspondence and permits.
• Support audits, compliance activities, and emergency coordination.
• Ensure adherence to policies, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Liaison with authorities

Port procedures knowledge

Documentation management

Negotiation skills

MS Office proficiency

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Maritime/Logistics degree

Tools

Port logistics software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Liasoning Officer to coordinate with port authorities, government departments, vessel agents, customs, and other regulatory agencies for the smooth execution of terminal and vessel operations. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of port procedures, statutory compliances, documentation, and excellent coordination skills.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Liaise with Port Authorities, Customs, CISF, Immigration, Shipping Agents, Vessel Masters, and other government agencies.

Coordinate vessel berthing, cargo handling, loading/unloading, and sailing formalities.

Ensure timely completion of all documentation related to vessel operations and terminal activities.

Coordinate with internal departments including Operations, Safety, Maintenance, Commercial, and Security.

Obtain necessary approvals, permits, gate passes, and statutory clearances from relevant authorities.

Monitor vessel schedules and ensure operational readiness for arrivals and departures.

Facilitate inspections by statutory authorities and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Maintain strong relationships with port officials, government departments, and external stakeholders.

Resolve operational issues by coordinating with concerned authorities to minimize delays.

Maintain records of correspondence, approvals, permits, and statutory documents.

Support audits, compliance activities, and emergency response coordination when required.

Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

Required Skills

1. Strong liaisoning and government coordination skills.
2. Knowledge of Kandla Port procedures and vessel operations.
3. Understanding of customs, port documentation, and statutory compliances.
4. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
5. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
6. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
7. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

1. Experience in Liquid Terminals, Port Operations, Shipping, Marine Logistics, Tank Farms, or Maritime Operations.
2. Familiarity with vessel nomination, berthing, documentation, and cargo operations.
3. Existing working relationships with Kandla Port authorities and government departments will be an added advantage.