Night Vessel Dispatcher — 7/7 Shift (Logistics)

Blessey Marine; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Blessey Marine Services, Inc. in Channelview, TX, seeks a Night Vessel Dispatcher to coordinate all logistical aspects for vessel jobs, from 5:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., on a 7-on/7-off schedule.

The role involves reviewing vessel logs, tracking barge movements, coordinating with Operations, Maintenance, and Sales, and communicating ETAs and dock schedules to vendors. The position emphasizes problem solving, shift handoffs, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak clearly in English.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree in Transportation, Logistics, Business or similar field preferred.
• Two or more years of marine transportation experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel and Word; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Review vessel logs for accuracy and ensure all trip events are entered correctly.
• Track barges daily, gather information, report dock orders, schedules, loads, discharges, and repairs.
• Coordinate vessel utilization, routing, and turns with Operations, Maintenance, Personnel, Sales, and other departments.
• Communicate vessel positions, ETAs, orders and docking schedules to loading and discharge facilities.
• Distribute orders and changes from Marketing to vessels; verify updates 24/7 shift coverage.
• Arrange vendor outside tankering services for loading/discharging barges; coordinate tank prep.
• Coordinate third-party shifting, towing, and tug assists as necessary.
• Ensure effective pass-downs during shift changes; document pending orders and status.

Skills

Vessel scheduling

Logistics coordination

English proficiency

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Blessey Marine Services, Inc. in Channelview, TX, seeks a Night Vessel Dispatcher to coordinate all logistical aspects for vessel jobs, from 5:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., on a 7-on/7-off schedule.

The role involves reviewing vessel logs, tracking barge movements, coordinating with Operations, Maintenance, and Sales, and communicating ETAs and dock schedules to vendors. The position emphasizes problem solving, shift handoffs, and confidentiality.