Pentagon Marine Ltd:
A leading provider of specialist ships agency services across the UK, with a strong reputation as the go-to agency for offshore wind logistics. Widely recognised for our expertise in supporting offshore wind operations, we deliver tailored marine solutions that meet the complex demands of this fast-growing sector.
While offshore wind is our core business, Pentagon Marine also serves general cargo and tanker vessels, offering dependable and responsive agency services across a wide range of maritime operations.
Our operations are coordinated through a national network of offices located in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Newcastle, Teesside, Great Yarmouth, and our central control tower near the Port of Immingham. This structure allows us to provide consistent, high-quality service with local knowledge and national reach.
We are currently seeking a new team member to join us. This role will involve working across a diverse range of marine agency activities, including but not limited to offshore wind, general cargo, and tanker operations.
Job Summary:
· The Candidate will be responsible for logistics support in a busy ship's agency office based in Stallingborough, Travel to other offices and UK Ports will be required.
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Applicants must have excellent communication and customer service skills to provide the highest standard of service as they will deal with clients in person and on the phone on a daily basis.
· Candidate must have excellent attention to detail and logistical skills to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
· Candidate will be fully IT literate, particularly with regards to Excel.
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Applicants
will be given Full on the job training, however an interest in the maritime sector is an advantage.
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Applicants must be willing to work outside normal office hours as required, this will include on call weekend duty.
Key Tasks:
· Arranging port call
· Coordination of procurement: arranging plant hire, welfare facilities, mobile cranes, surveys, transport, storage, ships stores and spare parts and other ad hoc purchases/services.
· Liaise with internal departments providing customs clearance, transport, forwarding and warehousing.
· Liaise with Ship owners, Ships crew, Customers and suppliers
· Arrange crew changes; including transport, accommodation, immigration documentation.
· Liaise with harbour office, berth operators, customs, immigration, and all other relevant Local Port Authorities where required.
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Attention to detail is key as you will be handling/issuing/endorsing important cargo documentation and manifesting when liaising between crew and relevant parties.
· At all times ensure compliance to Health & Safety and Quality Management systems and procedures. Ensure safety of yourself and others around you.
Essential Criteria
· Hard working high achiever with ability to join a team of knowledgeable like-minded people.
· Excellent attention to detail, ability to collate information and problem solve.
· IT literate Word/Excel/Outlook.
· Flexibility with working hours/ability to work out of normal office hours, including weekend duty
· After thorough training be confident to board vessels and attend to the vessel's logistical requirements on the quayside if required.
· Enthusiasm and curiosity for the business.
· Driving license.