Operations Executive

Blue Water Shipping; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Water Shipping in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, is seeking an Operations Executive to coordinate end-to-end project shipments and manage documentation. The role requires hands-on oversight of activities from origin to destination, ensuring timely movement and compliance with international trade rules.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years in heavy cargo or project logistics, familiarity with heavy-lift equipment, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in heavy cargo, out-of-gauge operations, logistics, or project management.
• Familiarity with specialized vessels and equipment such as MPP/heavylift vessels, deck carriers, semi-subs, multi-axle trailers and SM transporters is preferred.
• Solid understanding of transportation regulations for oversized cargo.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication abilities are crucial for coordinating complex over dimensional cargo movements.
• Ability to manage various operations simultaneously, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics of projects shipments including documentation.
• Ensure timely and accurate movement of goods from the origin to the destination as per scope of work provided by the Project Manager / Operations Manager.
• Prepare and manage all necessary shipping documents and ensure compliance with international trade regulations and processes.
• Liaise with carriers, shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies and other service providers to ensure shipments are transported safely and efficiently.
• Monitor the progress of shipments and provide real-time updates to customers.
• Address and resolve operational issues such as delays, damages, or discrepancies.
• Maintaining operational excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and provide service quality as per Blue Water standards.
• Travelling to meet clients or overseeing operations in various locations globally when required.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations Executive to join our Projects department. This role is based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, and will play a pivotal role in coordinating the end-to-end execution of complex project shipments.

Your Role

• Coordinate and manage the end-to-end logistics of projects shipments including documentation.
• Ensure timely and accurate movement of goods from the origin to the destination as per scope of work provided by the Project Manager / Operations Manager.
• Prepare and manage all necessary shipping documents and ensure compliance with international trade regulations and processes.
• Liaise with carriers, shipping lines, airlines, trucking companies and other service providers to ensure shipment are transported safely and efficiently.
• Monitor the progress of shipments and provide real-time updates to customers.
• Address and resolve operational issues such as delays, damages, or discrepancies.
• Maintaining operational excellence, ensuring customer satisfaction and provide service quality as per Blue Water standards.
• Travelling to meet clients or overseeing operations in various locations globally when required.

Your Background

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in heavy cargo or out-of-gauge operations, logistics, or project management, preferably in project freight forwarding.
• Familiarity with specialized vessels and equipment, such as MPP/heavylift vessels, deck carriers, semi-subs, multi-axle trailers and self-propelled modular transporters, as well as a working knowledge of customs procedures for oversized cargo, are preferred.
• Possess a solid understanding of transportation regulations, particularly those related to oversize and heavy haul shipments.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities are crucial for coordinating complex over dimensional cargo movements.
• Ability to manage various operations simultaneously, work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

About Blue Water Shipping

Blue Water is a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. The company was founded in 1972 in Denmark, and today, Blue Water has over 2,700 employees at 80 offices worldwide. Every Blue Water office combines a strong global network with local expertise, and the company operates in various dedicated business segments.