Vessel Agent

MORAN SHIPPING AGENCIES INC•New Orleans, LA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Vessel Agent to join our operations team. This position plays a vital role in coordinating the safe and timely arrival and departure of clients' vessels at their given port destinations. Acting as a key liaison between our clients, vessels, and government/port officials, the Vessel Agent ensures smooth port operations while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work nights and weekends, as required by needs of assigned vessels
Ability to board vessels (must be able to climb ladders, sometimes at steep angles)
Local travel: Valid driver's license and use of personal auto is required
Physical or environmental demands: Extended hours, some nights and weekends
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)

Responsibilities

Ensure clients' vessels arrive and depart at their given port destinations in accordance with our clients' interest, and in conjunction with the regulations and standards set forth by governmental agencies and Moran
Coordinate with vessel, government, and port officials in setting berthing arrangements for each vessel
Contact and oversee essential vendor services, such as pilotage, towage, and labor, while preparing and submitting a proforma estimate to the Principal as it relates to port costs
Arrange for owner requirements when necessary and maintain a port log and other port documents and records as required
Maintain ongoing communications with Principal, as well as appropriate terminal personnel, shippers, receivers, vendors, and government agencies
Monitor the quality of services provided by vendors and review vessel invoices for accuracy in terms of service time and published tariff, if available