Ships Agency Operator - Are you experienced in Shipping Agency? Are you looking for a new challenge and passionate about maritime operations? Would you like to join a fantastic global port agency?
If so, we are looking for a Ships Agency Operator to join us full-time on a permanent basis based in Billingham, County Durham.
Why VertomCory?
We are a global port agency with diverse local knowledge and expertise that matches the demands of today’s shipping industry. VertomCory was established in 2021, when two leading agencies: Vertom (est. 1974) and Cory Brothers (est. 1842), joined forces after a decade of fruitful cooperation.
Fantastic company benefits include:
About the role:
You will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating port operations for shipping companies which includes liaising with ship captains, port authorities and clients to ensure smooth vessel arrivals and departures and handling appropriate documentation, customs clearance, acting as a main point of contact and liaising with relevant parties.
Main duties and responsibilities:
This role is based in Billingham, County Durham. If you are successful for this role you will be required to prove your right to work in the UK.
This role is mainly office based but you will be working from home when operating out of office hours (on a rota basis). You will be required to travel to different ports as part of this role. Your core hours will be working Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm, with an out of hours rota that includes evening, weekends and bank holidays (paid overtime).
About you:
We would love to hear why you are motivated to apply and how do your skills/experience make you suitable for this role? Please do let us know along with forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
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