Shipping Operations Assistant Cum Boarding Officer

KD Maritime; Sungai Udang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime logistics company in Malacca is seeking a Shipping Operations Assistant Cum Boarding Officer to coordinate vessel operations and manage port clearance. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with local regulations, managing stakeholder communications, and executing husbandry tasks. Ideal candidates hold a diploma in Shipping or Logistics, have good communication skills, and are physically fit for boat rides. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Candidate with relevant work experience is highly preferred.
• Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply for entry-level positions.
• Possess a valid Malaysia Driving License (B2, D, or both).
• Possess own transport.
• Flexible to move around any ports which the company is operating.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of Vessel Inward/Outward & Port Clearance.
• Attend all vessels requirement upon appointment for smooth port operations.
• Manage inward/outward clearance procedures with port authorities, customs, and immigration.
• Closely communicate with relevant stakeholders on vessel movement.
• Prepare cargo documents such as Manifest, Bill of Lading, etc.

Skills

Good written and spoken skills in both Bahasa Malaysia and English

Computer literate: proficient in MS Office, Excel, Word, and Email

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Physically healthy & fit for boat ride at sea

Education

Diploma or Degree preferably in Shipping, Maritime or Logistic

Job description

Shipping Operations Assistant Cum Boarding Officer

The Boarding Officer is responsible for attending vessels at KD Maritime Sdn. Bhd. assigned ports and ensuring all port clearance formalities, documentation, crew coordination, and cargo operations are handled efficiently and in compliance with local port authority, terminal, port health, customs, and immigration regulations. This role serves as the primary liaison between the vessel and shore-based stakeholders. Besides handling vessel clearance, the Boarding Officer is responsible for executing husbandry tasks, which include crew changes, spare/provision supplies, medical support, water supplies, and other relevance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordination of Vessel Inward/Outward & Port Clearance
• Attend all vessels requirement upon appointment, pre-arrival preparation, arrival and departure to facilitate smooth port operations.
• Manage inward/outward clearance procedures with port authorities, customs, marine department, and immigration.
• Closely communicate with all relevance stakeholders such as Master, Terminal, Ports, Charterer, Cargo Owner, Government Authorities etc. on vessel movement.
• Coordinate berth arrangements and manage the preparation of vessel movements within the port boundary.
• Prepare and deliver port call reports, agent’s report, vessel movement report and other relevant documentation.
• Prepare cargo documents such as Manifest, Bill of Lading (BL) etc.
• Operate and handle Vessel Clearance System, ports & terminal system requirements for ship registration, health status application, pilot booking, berth booking etc.
• Manage and execute vessel husbandry matters such as crew change, Cash to * Master, spare/provision supplies, medical case attendance etc.
• Assist in vessel recertification arrangement and application such as e-DSL, Port State Control certification etc.

QUALIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree preferably in Shipping, Maritime or Logistic
• Candidate with relevance work experience is highly preffered.
• Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply for entry-level positions
• Good written and spoken skills in both Bahasa Malaysia and English
• Computer literate: proficient in MS Office, Excel, Word, and Email
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Available 24/7 to respond to all operational needs and concerns.
• Possess a valid Malaysia Driving License (B2, D, or both)
• Possessed own transport.
• Flexible to move around any ports which the company is operating i.e. Port Klang, Johor & Penang.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by a superior.
• Physically healthy & fit for boat ride at sea.

(Note to Applicant: Please ensure you fully understand the job scope and requirements, so that you are aware of the work expectations and your own suitability for the position.)

Address :
No.26-1, Jalan DTS 1, Pusat Niaga Desa Taming Sari,
76300 Sungai Udang, Melaka.

Email :
****@***.***
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