Role Summary
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
1. Carrying out ship’s agency operations duties.
2. Communicating with customers, vessels and port authorities and assisting in the preparation of cargo and vessel documentation.
3. 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.
4. To fulfil any additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.
5. Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.
What we’re looking for
We invite applications from candidates who can demonstrate:
6. Drive and self-motivation, with the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change;
7. Relationship building, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport;
8. Collaboration, able to work well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills, and deliver results;
9. Resilience with the ability to persist and adapt;
10. Smart problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas;
11. Professional integrity and a respect for company values.
Other requirements
12. Current, clean, UK valid driving licence
13. Ships agency and/or port operations experience preferable but not mandatory.
14. Some experience or exposure within a shipping capacity would be helpful.
15. Confident, self-starter with the ability to communicate well with a wide range of individuals.
16. Ability to produce and maintain accurate paperwork.
17. Confident in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel
18. Ability to undertake regular out of hours attendances.