Port Operations Officer

Location: Hampshire, GB

Port Operations Officer

CMA CGM | ABOUT US

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

MAIN PURPOSE

This role is principally a Vessel Husbandry with the additional assistance to the wider Port Operations department.

You will act as Husbandry Officer for CMA CGM Group vessels. This includes the co-ordination of all aspects of the port call, from making berth arrangements and marine services ahead of the vessel’s arrival to finalising the call post sailing. It will be necessary to liaise with port authorities and terminal operators as well as with CMA CGM Group Head Office, to ensure all parties are kept up to date with vessel movements and productivity/progress during port calls.

You will play a critical role in ensuring that all areas of CMA CGM Group port operations run efficiently and that any local issues are overcome. Act as a focal point for internal and external stakeholders as required.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Make all arrangements for CMA CGM Group operated vessels to berth and sail on schedule.
• Board vessels upon arrival at berth (24/7) and during their calls as and when necessary.
• Handle all documentation associated with vessel calls and provide to authorities as necessary.
• Keep vessel Masters, ship managers and all other interested parties informed of vessels’ prospects, and provide regular operational updates.
• Arrange delivery and collection of ship's spares and supplies.
• Arrange transport and accommodation for on/off-signing crew.
• Identify any opportunities for cost-savings or operational improvements.
• Liaise regularly and develop good working relationships with terminal operators, port authorities and service providers.
• Monitor terminal productivity and performance during and after vessel calls.

Port Operations Responsibilities

• Provide support for wider functions such as cargo operations, transhipments, laden exec.
• Arrange terminal services as required, such as inspections / cargo repacking / fumigation.
• Terminal storage optimisation, including identifying units which are suitable for onward shipment and idle containers.
• Check and approve invoices for payment.
• Assist the Port Operations Manager with the collection of port related data and information.

KPIS/MEASURES/LIMITS OF AUTHORITY FOR ROLE

• Ensure compliance with all KPIs including those for Port Reporting.
• Prioritise workload to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Minimise idle time of vessels alongside before and after cargo operations.
• Ensure vessel calls, from pilot boarding, through berthing, unberthing and pilot disembarking on departure adhere to agreed times, and that all relevant stakeholders comply with CMA CGM requirements.
• Ensure all cargo operations are completed before vessel departure.
• Ensure compliance with all UK / international maritime laws and regulations.

KEY COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in port operations and/or ship’s husbandry is preferred.
• Experience of containership operations is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of car carrier operations is desirable but not essential.
• ICS qualification would be advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work under own direction and as part of a team.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications.
• Knowledge of CNS/Destin8 port community systems advantageous.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• A valid and clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Out of normal office hours coverage will be required as standard, including weekend duty coverage.
• Ability to travel within the UK on a periodic basis (every 2-3 months) including overnight stays is essential.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ICS qualification would be advantageous but not essential.

Not only do we offer a competitive salary, we also offer a generous benefits package including:

25 days annual leave (plus public holidays) increasing with length of service plus additional day over Christmas period and the opportunity to buy/sell annual leave.

Discretionary annual bonus.

Enhanced pension scheme up to 15% total contribution.

Life assurance x4.

Commitment to promoting awareness and understanding of Mental Health through our Mental Health and Wellbeing Charter.

Private healthcare (BUPA) + Healthcare Cash plan, including an Employee Assistance Programme.

Local and global development opportunities across 160 countries within the CMA CGM Group, including opportunities at our iconic Head Office tower in Marseille.

Hybrid Working.

Cycle to work scheme/ Season ticket loans.

Enhanced policies including Maternity & Paternity.

Employee recognition awards.

Considerable scope for personal and professional growth through the CMA CGM Academy.

CMA CGM Group is proud to define itself as a family business built on strong human values.

Exemplarity.

Imagination.

Boldness.

CMA CGM respects, supports and values diversity in all forms. We seek to avoid discrimination and are committed to equal opportunities for all our employees.

Our long-held inclusive policy improves performance, creates growth opportunities for all, aligns with our customer's values and enhances employee engagement.

Join us and discover a world of opportunities!

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