Onsite In-Port Shipping Operations Specialist

Inchcape Shipping Services; Medina Province; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Healthcare

Competitive salary

Career development

Values Award celebration events

Team building days

Job summary

Inchcape Shipping Services in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Boarding Executive to join our operations team. You will board ships in-port and offshore, manage documentation, and coordinate with the operations team to ensure timely execution of shipping tasks.

The role requires 2–5 years in shipping or port agency, a solid understanding of port operations in the Middle East, and strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in a similar role within shipping or port agency.
• Good understanding of port operations and agency services.
• Knowledge of local Middle Eastern ports and regulations.
• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Valid driving licence.
• Good spoken English and computer literacy.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organisational, planning and coordination skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Attend vessels in port and at anchorage, ensuring all required documentation is completed and signed.
• Communicate vessel movements, updates and requirements to the operations team.
• Coordinate crew and personnel clearance through port security, immigration and customs.
• Assist with airport clearances, personnel transportation and related documentation.
• Oversee the timely loading, delivery and unloading of vessel spares, stores and mail.
• Coordinate the transportation and storage of landed items, ensuring safe handling procedures.
• Maintain accurate trip records, log sheets and operational documentation.
• Process seamen visa applications and resolve immigration-related delays.
• Support local purchasing and general operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, ISS systems and Line Manager instructions.

Skills

Port ops understanding

English

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 12 education

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Inchcape Shipping Services in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Boarding Executive to join our operations team. You will board ships in-port and offshore, manage documentation, and coordinate with the operations team to ensure timely execution of shipping tasks.

The role requires 2–5 years in shipping or port agency, a solid understanding of port operations in the Middle East, and strong planning, communication and problem-solving skills.