Experience as a Captain on a Container Vessel essential
Relevant shore-side experience necessary
Thorough knowledge of international shipping regulations
Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel (Macros) and PowerPoint
Advanced English skills in speaking, reading, and writing
Availability for on-call duties 24/7
Responsibilities
Implement BU policy and guidelines for regional operations and vessels
Set loading guidelines for vessels, including special and dangerous cargo
Determine operational requirements for leasing vessels
Manage port restrictions and provide guidelines to vessels and owners
Control costs and operational expenses in collaboration with management
Monitor and control vessel and port performance through reports
Supervise vessel performance according to Charter Party agreements
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a dynamic maritime environment
Engagement with global operations and diverse partners
Professional development through operational management
Exposure to international shipping regulations and practices
Potential for career advancement within the company
Full Job Description
Description
Main Purpose of the Role:
To execute safe, seamless, efficient operation of the container ships while controlling related expenses. Manage and coordinate between all relevant interfaces to meet targets and get results. Accountabilities include setting guidelines for and control of ship loading plans, vessel and port performance; supervision of vessels command; service bunker control in various ports; sailing instructions; scheduling ship and reefer maintenance; preparation and control of the budget.
Main Tasks:
Implementing BU policy and guidelines within the Regional Operations and vessels.
Setting guidelines for loading vessels, including special/ dangerous cargo.
Determining the operational requirements for leasing a vessel.
Managing port restrictions in lines under his responsibility, including guidelines to the vessels and their owners.
Assisting in drafting & implementing JWP with partners.
Controlling costs and operational expenses, in order to reduce them, in collaboration with the BU manager and Line Managers.
Controlling the vessels' loading plan.
Monitoring and controlling vessel and port performance (Vessel's voyage performance report).
Supervising vessels performance according to the governing Charter Party.
Supervising vessels command including sailing voyage reports and procedures.
Monitoring expenses in port and sea while maintaining a strict watch on exceptions.
Responsibility for controlling service bunkers in various ports.
