Port Operations Agent

Solo para miembros registrados
Barcelona
EUR 30.000 - 60.000
Descripción del empleo
  • Act as a primary liaison between Cruise Line, port authorities and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth and efficient handling and processing of vessel operations for their port of calls, ensuring to meet operational demands according to protocols and policies set forth.
  • Coordinate vessel arrival/departures and berthing arrangements with port authority, terminal operators, security, government entities, and maritime service providers.
  • Attend, monitor and respond to email requests within a timely manner from various regional email accounts.
  • Facilitate vessel entry/clearance procedures, including customs, immigration, and health formalities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Utilize the different systems for all vessel entry/departure requirements.
  • Work in close collaboration with suppliers to ensure we deliver safe, healthy, and sustainable service.
  • Solve day-to-day issues and propose improvements to workflow to Manager, to enhance productivity and efficiency in port operations.
  • Monitor vessel movements, port, and weather conditions to anticipate operational challenges, minimize disruptions, and effectively communicate to all parties involved.
  • Compile and submit appropriate updates throughout the day for vessel operator and Cruise Line’s corporate managers; complete appropriate sail reports as required by each line.
  • Complete each respective sailing document required for invoicing/billing within an acceptable time frame and ensure all backup documentation has been saved appropriately.
  • Actively participate in conference calls with vessels and/or cruise lines when needed.
  • Forward any vessel/ship packages/mail, medical luggage, or lost and found items/mail as requested by line at the end of the day and notify relevant parties of tracking info and costs. Provide lost luggage assistance.
  • Coordinate/provide appropriate medical assistance and provide follow-up/updates for any medical disembarked crew or guest to respective persons/departments for each cruise line.

ABOUT YOU

  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral.
  • Good academic background; maritime studies are desirable.
  • Preferred previous experience as a Port Agent.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Good office administration and organizational skills with a keen eye for attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
  • Orientation to results and customer service; decisive problem solving.
  • Business travel availability, if required by Manager.

ABOUT OUR OFFER

Competitive salary and benefits as standard.

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