Port Operations Officer

2 months ago

Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom CMA CGM Full time

CMA CGM | ABOUT US

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group's shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

MAIN PURPOSE

This role is prinicply a vessel husbandry with the additional of assistance to the wider Port Operations department

1. Act as husbandry officer for CMA CGM Group vessels. This includes the coordination of all aspects of the port call, from making berth arrangements and marine services ahead of the vessel's arrival to finalising the call post sailing. It will be necessary to liaise with port authorities and terminal operators as well as with CMA CGM Group head offices, to ensure all parties are kept up to date with vessel movements and productivity/progress during port calls.

2. Ensure that all areas of CMA-CGM Group port operations run efficiently and that any local issues are overcome. Act as a focal point for internal and external customers as required.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Husbandry Agent Responsibilities:


• Make all arrangements for CMA CGM Group operated vessels to berth and sail on schedule.


• Board vessels upon arrival at berth (24/7) and during their calls as and when necessary.


• Handle all documentation associated with vessel calls and provide to authorities as necessary.


• Keep vessel Masters, ship managers and all other interested parties informed of vessels' prospects, and provide regular operational updates.


• Arrange delivery and collection of ship's spares and supplies.


• Arrange transport and accommodation for on/off-signing crew.


• Issue light dues certificates.


• Identify any opportunities for cost-savings or operational improvements


• Liaise regularly and develop good working relationships with terminal operators, port authorities and service providers.

2. Port Operations Responsibilities:


• Provide support for offshored functions such as cargo operations, transhipments, laden execs and PCRs.


• Arrange terminal services as required, such as inspections/cargo repacking/fumigation.


• Terminal storage optimisation, including identifying units which are suitable for onward shipment and idle containers.


• Check and approve invoices for payment.


• Assist the Port Operations Manager with the collection of port-related data and information.

KPIS/MEASURES/LIMITS OF AUTHORITY FOR ROLE


• Ensure compliance with all KPIs including those for Port Reporting, Loading Confirmations and PCRs.


• Resolve all invoice queries within 7 days.


• Prioritise workload to ensure all deadlines are met.


• Minimise idle time of vessels alongside before and after cargo operations.


• Ensure vessel calls, from pilot boarding, through berthing, unberthing and pilot disembarking on departure adhere to agreed times, and that all relevant stakeholders comply with CMA CGM requirements.


• Ensure all cargo operations are completed before vessel departure.


• Ensure compliance with all UK / international maritime laws and regulations.

KEY COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE


• Excellent communication standards.


• Experience in port operations and/or ship husbandry is preferred.


• Experience in container equipment management is preferred.


• Ability to work under pressure.


• Ability to work under own direction and as part of a team.


• High level of attention to detail.

PRACTICAL & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE


• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications.


• Knowledge of CNS/Destin8 port community systems advantagous.


• Ability to work unsociable hours.


• Ability to work remotely when required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


• Out-of-normal office hours coverage will be required as standard, including weekend duty coverage.

Not only do we offer a competitive salary, we also offer a generous benefits package including:

  • 25 days annual leave (plus public holidays) increasing with length of service plus additional day over Christmas period and the opportunity to buy/sell annual leave
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Enhanced pension scheme up to 15% total contribution
  • Life assurance x4
  • Commitment to promoting awareness and understanding of Mental Health through our Mental Health and Wellbeing Charter
  • Private healthcare (BUPA) + Healthcare Cash plan, including an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Local and global development opportunities across 160 countries within the CMA CGM Group, including opportunities at our iconic Head Office tower in Marseille
  • Hybrid Working
  • Cycle to work scheme/ Season ticket loans
  • Enhanced policies including Maternity & Paternity
  • Employee recognition awards
  • Considerable scope for personal and professional growth through the CMA CGM Academy

CMA CGM Group is proud to define itself as a family business built on strong human values.

  • Excellence
  • Exemplarity
  • Imagination
  • Boldness

CMA CGM respects, supports and values diversity in all forms. We seek to avoid discrimination and are committed to equal opportunities for all our employees.

Our long-held inclusive policy improves performance, creates growth opportunities for all, aligns with our customer's values and enhances employee engagement.

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