Vessel Traffic Controller

Johor Port Berhad; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A major port authority in Malacca, Malaysia is seeking a Vessel Traffic Controller (VTC) for crucial operational oversight at Tanjung Bruas Port. The VTC will ensure the safe and efficient movement of vessels, act as a communication hub within the Marine Control Room, and coordinate with shipping agencies, pilots, and tugboat operators. Strong situational awareness and adherence to protocols are essential for maintaining operational integrity and timely service delivery. This role is vital to support the port's operations and service delivery.

Qualifications

• Must ensure safe and efficient vessel movement within the port.
• Requires oversight of marine traffic in various areas.
• Ability to coordinate with different stakeholders for operational integrity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safe and orderly movement of vessels within port jurisdiction.
• Monitor vessel movements and facilitate navigational safety.
• Serve as a key liaison between shipping agencies and internal departments.

Job description

The Vessel Traffic Controller (VTC) at Tanjung Bruas Port holds a vital operational position

responsible for maintaining the safe, orderly and efficient movement of vessels within the port’s

jurisdiction. This includes oversight of marine traffic in anchorage areas, Ship-to-Ship (STS) areas,

and TBP Jetty where cargo handling, bunkering and other marine services are conducted.

Functioning as the central communication and coordination point within the Marine Control Room,

the VTC ensures continuous monitoring of vessel movements, facilitates navigational safety, and

support the timely execution of port services. The role also serves as a key liaison between

shipping agencies, pilots, tugboat operators, operation teams and internal departments,

contributing directly to the port’s operational integrity and service delivery.

The VTC is expected to uphold strict control room attendance protocols, maintain situational

awareness at all times, and support administrative coordination for pilotage and tugboats services,

including accurate reporting for billing purposes.