Ship Agent - Germany Schifffahrtskaufmann / frau for Stade / Weser Area (m/w/d) - #2168520

Job Description

Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment where no two days are alike?

Can you maintain an overview while coordinating several port calls?

Are you a flexible, solution-oriented and service-minded individual with a critical approach towards operational set-ups and solutions?

If your answer is “yes” to all three questions, you could be GAC Germany’s new Ship Agent – a future-proof position with international opportunities in one of the world’s largest ship agencies.

Due to increased activity, we are looking for a Ship Agent to fill a permanent position in Germany. The successful candidate will cooperate with the Port Agency team and report to the Operations Manager.

Daily Tasks

• Handle documentation and clearance of ships upon arrival and departure
• Communicate with all involved parties during the ships’ port calls
• Coordinate services
• Provide input to improve processes and procedures
• Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks such as invoicing for services provided
  
  

Other Job Details

• Most tasks can be completed during regular work hours. However, as we provide 24/7/365 service, there will be periods with higher workload as well as work during irregular hours.
• We provide services to vessels during port calls at ports throughout Germany. This position may include a significant amount of driving to ports in your region.
• This position provides a unique development opportunity for you to apply your expertise and experience and participate in further development of the high-quality service we provide. Increased responsibilities will be assigned with demonstrated competence.
  
  

Job requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Recent experience from the ship agency sector in Germany
• Excellent German and English communications skills (written and verbal)
• Driver’s licence (B)
• Resident in Germany
• Excellent IT skills and data discipline
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Extremely helpful and service-oriented
• Highly motivated and takes initiative
• Structured and organised
• Problem-solving abilities and thrives under pressure
• Strong cooperative skills
  
  

We Offer

• Competitive terms
• Opportunities:
• for personal and professional development
• to be a part of a growing company under the global GAC group
• Internal ISO certified training