Port Agent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To carry out port operations in accordance with the company procedures, satisfying customer needs whilst ensuring that all appropriate legislations and regulations are observed.

**MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Achievement of written objectives as agreed with the Agency Manager.
- Carrying out the instructions of ship’s Masters, Owners and Principals within the bounds of normal agency practice. Visiting vessels in port under the control of the Department.
- Provide professional advice and support to existing and potential customers.
- Ensure compliance with all appropriate legislation and regulations governing the movement of cargo and the documentation relevant to it.
- Maintain high standards of professional and technical knowledge through training, teamwork, and an awareness of market developments.
- Maintain close working ties with customers and provide advice to management, via regular operations meetings, on any action needed.
- Comply with the Company’s trading standards and conditions, including agreed accounting and credit control processes.
- Assist in the general management and administration of the Company or department through the prompt and efficient processing of invoices, paperwork, filing, and the resolution of any claims and/or enquiries.
- Promptly report any Health & Safety concerns that you may have to your Branch Manager or Operations Supervisor.
- Take appropriate action on any Health & Safety issues reported with due regard to the urgency and risk presented ensuring compliance with the Company’s Health & Safety policy.
- Comply with the Company’s information systems, admin and management systems policies.
- Other duties as may reasonably be required of you by the management of the Company.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From £30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Flexitime

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: DPS PORT AGENT

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