Vessel Planner at APM Terminals

Key Responsibilities
• Liaise with the line in having the MOVINS received within the dead lines as stipulated.
• Prepare, execute, and monitor working cranes program / sequence in executing the vessel’s discharge and load plans.
• Prepare the required set of documents and handed over to execution, neat and error free.
• Manage and control the execution of the vessel operation.
• Focusing on the optimal equipment deployment and utilization.
• Filing and housekeeping of planning related papers in accordance with the Standard operating procedures ( SOP’s ).
• Maintain that all vessels receive the final paper work in a timely manner.
• Meet the vessel C/off on arrival and provide loading plans and obtain approval well in time. Coordinating with the lines for any major changes requested by the vessel.
• During the operation close monitoring of the vessel and advice Shift Manager of any required adjustments to crane, sequence, crane allocations, etc in accordance with the changing work priorities.
• Participate in close team work with the yard planners to ensure an effective overall terminal planning is maintained to high standards internally and externally.
• Close monitoring of the live updates in the system during discharge and loading operation thro LXE’s. If in case where LXE’s fail ensure that the manual updates are received on time to timely updates.
• Preparation and distribution of final stow plan documentation (hard copy or EDI) for vessel and lines upon completion of operation.
• Upon completion of operation have the vessel files closed immediately and send out the post ops file to the agents.
• Undertake all and any related vessel duties within the capabilities as required

Who we are looking for
• Requires at least two or more years of previous experience as a vessel or yard planner for a container terminal operation.   • Previous experience as a dispatcher in a container terminal environment will be an advantage.
• Requires sound knowledge of container vessel stowage and stability criteria

Knowledge:
• MS Office proficiency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills to manage conflict
• Works well independently without close supervision. Adapts to changing priorities or unexpected situations. Takes ownership of work. Meet daily challenges with a positive open mind. Strive to improve deadlines for completion of operation
• Responds to priorities and keeps informed all the loop of all the changes. Respects internal information and maintains confidentiality.
• Keeps relevant people informed shares knowledge, ideas and information openly with the organization.
• Generates high volumes of relevant work, able to sustain high levels of activity. Work with businesslike approach to daily challenges. Make difference every day at work “No detail too small, no effort too great”.
• Demonstrates knowledge of technical / functional aspects of work. Provides assistance to others. Good reporting and registration capability. Ability to use the Terminal Operating System to the maximum.

Ability:
• Ability to multi-task in a rapidly changing environment
• Works well without close supervision
• Maintain a positive and proactive outlook.
• Manages deadlines to improve overall equipment availability.
• Ability to work on shifts.
• Strong communication skills in English and Pidgin
• Goal oriented with strong time management abilities.