Boarding Officer

Focal Search Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipping services provider in Singapore is seeking an individual to manage resource allocation, handle cargo documentation, and liaise with clients regarding cargo clearance. This role involves optimizing operational efficiency and supervising a team of Shipping Clerks. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to monitor shipping operations effectively. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on improving workflows.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and allocate resources to support operations.
• Handle cargo documentation, invoices and inwards shipment.
• Identify and solicit prospective clients.
• Liaise with clients on status of cargo clearance.
• Liaise with local agencies on daily work matters.
• Monitor cargo loading and unloading operations.
• Monitor vessel arrival and departure.
• Optimise utilisation of resources.
• Prepare quotations and proforma disbursements as required by clients, shipowners and shipping lines.
• Process all formalities and declarations in a timely manner to ensure smooth entry or departure of ships assigned.
• Propose workflow improvements to improve efficiency.
• Solve problems arising from the course of work.
• Supervise and guide Shipping Clerks (Documentation).

Job description

• Acquire and allocate resources to support operations.
• Handle cargo documentation, invoices and inwards shipment.
• Identify and solicit prospective clients.
• Liaise with clients on status of cargo clearance.
• Liaise with local agencies on daily work matters.
• Monitor cargo loading and unloading operations.
• Monitor vessel arrival and departure.
• Optimise utilisation of resources.
• Prepare quotations and proforma disbursements as required by clients, shipowners and shipping lines.
• Process all formalities and declarations in a timely manner to ensure smooth entry or departure of ships assigned.
• Propose workflow improvements to improve efficiency.
• Solve problems arising from the course of work.
• Supervise and guide Shipping Clerks (Documentation).