At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage ship agency operations and communicate with customers and port authorities.
- Company: Dynamic shipping company based in the Humber area.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in a diverse environment with career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant team and make a real impact in the shipping industry.
- Qualifications: Drive, interpersonal skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 22050 - 26950 £ per year.
We are seeking a Ships Agent to be based in our Humber location, carrying out ship’s agency operations within a port environment.
What you’ll be doing:
- Carrying out ship’s agency operations duties.
- Communicating with customers, vessels and port authorities and assisting in the preparation of cargo and vessel documentation.
- Where needed, undertake work out of usual office hours on a rota basis.
- The role will also provide cover for other UK based offices as required.
- To fulfil any additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.
What we’re looking for:
- Drive and self-motivation, with the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change.
- Relationship building, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport.
- Collaboration, able to work well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills, and deliver results.
- Resilience with the ability to persist and adapt.
- Smart problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas.
- Professional integrity and a respect for company values.
Other requirements:
- Current, clean, UK valid driving licence.
- Ships agency and/or port operations experience preferable but not mandatory.
- Some experience or exposure within a shipping capacity would be helpful.
- Confident, self-starter with the ability to communicate well with a wide range of individuals.
- Ability to produce and maintain accurate paperwork.
- Confident in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel.
- Ability to undertake regular out of hours attendances.
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We think you need these skills to ace Agency Operator in Immingham
Ship's Agency Operations
Communication Skills
Cargo Documentation Preparation
Interpersonal Skills
Relationship Building
Collaboration
Resilience
