Australia - Operations Officer

At Inchcape, our vision is to have a connected world, in which our customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere. We use technology and our global network to help our partners connect to a smoother, smarter ocean.

Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 240 proprietary offices, across 60 countries and a team of more than 2,500 committed professionals. Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container, and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government, and intergovernmental organizations.

We have an ambitious growth model and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills & experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry.

• Hours : 38 hours
• Contract type : Permanent
• Location : Freemantle, WA
• What you'll do

Reporting to the Port Manager and / or Port Operations Manager, the role is to perform and direct all operational functions, in relation to a vessels port call as direct by the principal and in accordance with government legislation and regulations, port rules and ISS procedures and policies to ensure an efficient vessel port call.

• Performing vessel operations as directed by port management
• Delivering a positive customer experience to both internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and principal requirements
• Processing inward and outward clearances of all vessels
• Performing all arrangements regarding crew movements, medical cases and crew shore passes in coordination with main office and vessel / principal requirements
• Establish and maintain relationships with principals, relevant government departments and agencies, local authorities and service providers
• Performing accurate and timely database management
• Ensuring pre-funding requests are forwarded to the principal prior to vessel arrivals
• Providing the port and head office management with update information on local rules and regulations, changes in port charges, and related requirements other requirements
• Ensuring all cargoes, including dangerous goods and special cargo, are balanced, reconciled and reported within required timeframes.
• Manage supplier invoice processing in conjunction with the shared service team centre.
• Work closely with the Operations Supervisor & National Operations Manager on all operational matters.
• Develop and maintain relationships with principals, relevant government departments and agencies, local authorities and service providers.
• Who you are
• Knowledge of Vessel operations
• Knowledge of the Shipping and cargo logistics industry
• Knowledge of Vessel operations
• Knowledge of the Shipping and cargo logistics industry
• Previous experience in shipping or cargo logistics industry
• Previous experience with import / export shipping and market and customs processes
• Performing vessel operations
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and principal requirements
• Fluent in English - both written and spoken
• Ability to work towards a deadline
• A level of computer literacy
• Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high performing workforce, that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards we depend on our people, their welfare, training and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Global Perspective_

• we connect the world and see the bigger picture.
• The Power of People _
• we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.
• Progress _
• we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.
• Benefits
• Opportunity to work for a global leader
• Great salary package on offer
• Internal Career growth & Opportunities
• Supportive team culture
• Birthday leave

Plus, much more!

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• Inchcape is an Equal Opportunity Employer and equality, diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We recognise that our customers, colleagues, contractors and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity._