Vessel Planner

About the Role

DP World Southampton are on the lookout for a dynamic and detail-oriented Vessel Planner to join our team. In this pivotal role, you\’ll be at the heart of our operations, crafting precise and timely ship working plans. Your commitment to health and safety, coupled with your drive for efficiency and productivity, will be key in upholding our reputation for operational excellence. If you\’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

NOTE: This is a full-time position that requires on site presence. 12-hour shifts across a full shift pattern.

How you will contribute

• Full Planning privileges responsible for all vessel calls.
• Plan the discharge and load sequences of ships to minimize port stay with the resources available. Take into account ships stability, crane clearance, hazardous cargo and terminal layout to achieve maximum productivity in liaison with Stowage Coordinator and in accordance with the Company standards, policies and procedures.
• Downloading Baplies.
• Make amendments to the stow at the pre-plan stage and after the stowage coordinator/chief officer has reviewed.
• Be the first point of contact for Vessel Command, visiting the vessel on arrival with the stowage plan for approved prior to loading and making adjustments as required.
• Produce relevant paperwork & PDF’s.
• Plan Late or Held units in a late stow to give as much time as possible to arrive or clear. Remain flexible with late & held containers ensuring we ship as many as possible.
• Answer queries from Vessel Command, Agencies, Shipping Lines, Government Authorities etc.
• Ensure Vessels working alongside at any time are being worked to their optimum, keeping cranes balanced as required, working the heavy area and ensuring most efficient completion time.
• Arrive and depart vessels correctly.
• Produce administrative reports accurately to complete statistical records.
• Gain a full understanding of Navis Ship Editor and Cargoes TOS+ and be responsible for building new vessel classes (NSD files).

What you will bring

• Proficient in Navis N4, XPS, (advantageous) MS Word and MS Excel (essential).
• Previous experience in vessel planning, logistics, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in planning and execution.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

NOTE: All of our roles are subject to the below:

• Eligibility to work in the UK
• No unspent criminal convictions
• Due to manufacturing guidelines on equipment and site safety critical health and safety requirements, we have strict weight and medical requirements that need to be met and maintained. For our safety critical roles health and medical and fitness checks are performed. Requirements include, but are not limited to, weight, height, blood pressure and hearing.
• We may close our roles early, depending on the number of applications received.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses — Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.

What\’s more, we\’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT\’S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE

DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We believe that employees are happiest when they’re empowered to be their true, authentic selves. So, please come as you are. We can’t wait to meet you.

By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.