Agency Operator

Division Overview

Offering exceptional port agency and logistics services, we provide turnkey solutions for clients in the marine and energy sectors.

Established ships agents with a reputation for excellence, our specialist team provide round the clock vessel agency and services to the Offshore energy and dry bulk sectors.

We are seeking a Ships Agent to be based in our Avonmouth location, carrying out ship's agency operations within a port environment.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out ship's agency operations duties.
• Communicating with customers, vessels and port authorities and assisting in the preparation of cargo and vessel documentation.
• Where needed, undertake work out of usual office hours on a rota basis. The role will also provide cover for other UK based offices as required.
• To fulfil any additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business.

What we're looking for

We invite applications from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Drive and self-motivation, with the desire and commitment to succeed, deliver excellence and make positive change;
• Relationship building , with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport;
• Collaboration , able to work well with others across diverse backgrounds to share information, develop skills, and deliver results;
• Resilience with the ability to persist and adapt;
• Smart problem-solving and analytical abilities, with a curious and inquisitive mind, and an openness to new ideas;
• Professional integrity and a respect for company values.

Other requirements

• Current, clean, UK valid driving licence
• Ships agency and/or port operations experience preferable but not mandatory.
• Some experience or exposure within a shipping capacity would be helpful.
• Confident, self-starter with the ability to communicate well with a wide range of individuals.
• Ability to produce and maintain accurate paperwork.
• Confident in the use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Ability to undertake regular out of hours attendances.