Vessel Operations Coordinator at Michael Stevens Consulting

Our Client a Shipping Conglomerate seeks for immediate employment a suitably qualified candidate for the position of Vessel Operations Coordinator.

Job Description

• To ensure operations activities are carried out in good order
• To ensure stevedores are well kitted with their PPE always
• To ensure vessels are registered before commencement of operation
• To ensure stowage plans are ready before vessel operation commences
• To ascertain the cargo to be discharged is to berth in Lagos.
• To check or reconcile with the Chief Officer if cargo meant for our terminal has been completely discharged.
• To ensure batteries and mechanic are on ground before the commencement of ship operation
• To ensure gears are available for vessel operations
• To ensure safe discharge of vessels
• To ensure compliance of safety rules & regulations
• Planning of vessel operations before arrival
• To ensure inventory of gears in the store are taken quarterly and forward report to management.
• To ensure daily report of operations is sent to the supervising manager.
• Assist in the pre-operation activities prior vessel arrival.
• Any other job as may be assigned by the management.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Previous experience as a vessel operations supervisor or similar role
• Hands-on experience implementing vessel operational processes
• Excellent project management skills
• Knowledge of vessel operational principles and policies
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team leadership
• Minimum of 10 years experience with at least 5 years in a similar position in a well structured shipping company
• A degree in operations management or business administration is a plus