Job Title: Marine Planner
Location: Liverpool
Salary: Up to £35,000 with overtime opportunities
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and organised Marine Planner to support the Operations team within a leading towage and maritime services provider. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the efficient planning and dispatch of towage vessels, ensuring safe, timely, and well-coordinated operations. You will act as a key communication hub between vessel crews, port authorities, and internal stakeholders, helping to deliver a seamless and high-quality service.
Key Responsibilities
Assess incoming assistance requests and determine the most effective vessel allocation and scheduling
Monitor live operational activity, including vessel positions, arrivals, departures, and waiting times
Maintain and update dispatch schedules while forecasting workload and resource requirements
Communicate clearly and effectively with captains, harbour authorities, and relevant stakeholders
Ensure safe operations, promptly advising all parties of any schedule changes or operational adjustments
Act as the first and central point of contact in emergency situations
Accurately record operational data within systems to support billing and reporting Required Knowledge & Experience
Education / Qualifications
Vocational education or higher in a relevant discipline Experience
3–8 years’ experience in a relevant role such as logistics, operations, or administration
Previous experience within the maritime industry is highly desirable
Strong understanding of port operations, maritime regulations, tides, and local port environments Additional Requirements
Excellent command of spoken and written English
Strong organisational skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure
Confident decision-making and communication skills About the Company
This organisation is a global leader in maritime and towage services, operating in over 100 ports worldwide with a fleet of approximately 400 vessels across 18 countries and 4 continents. With decades of heritage, the company is passionate about safely assisting ships and delivering operational excellence.
In addition to harbour towage, services include offshore and ocean towage, salvage operations, and tender and transfer services, with a strong focus on flexibility, safety, and customer needs.
If this is something you would be interested in/would like to discuss, please give melissa a call on (phone number removed) or drop me an email on (url removed)