Vessel Agent
Company: MORAN SHIPPING AGENCIES INC
Location: West Haven
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description CAREER OPPORTUNITY Job Title: Ship Agent Hours:
Full Time FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Vessel Manager Remote: No
Location: New Haven, CT ABOUT MORAN SHIPPING Moran Shipping
Agencies, Inc. is a family owned business that began operations in
1937 and has since grown to become the largest privately owned
vessel agency in the United States. A world leader in the maritime
industry, Moran operates as a vessel agency and maritime consulting
firm to many of the world---s most prominent ship owners,
operators, and charterers. Presently Moran has 25 offices in the
United States where it provides full-vessel agency attendance at
over 80 ports along the East, Gulf and West Coasts, servicing all
types of vessels ranging from the Ultra Large Cargo Carriers
(ULCC---s) to the smallest fishing boat. Position Overview
Qualified candidates will be responsible for ensuring our clients
vessels arrive and depart at their given port destinations in
accordance with our clients' interest in conjunction with the
regulations and standards set forth by governmental agencies and
Moran. Candidates will coordinate with vessel along with government
and port officials in setting berthing arrangements for each
vessel. Candidates will also contact and oversee essential vendor
services such as pilotage, towage and labor while preparing and
submitting a proforma estimate to the Principal as it relates to
port costs. As a qualified candidate you will arrange for owner
requirements when necessary and maintain a port log and other port
documents and records as required. Candidates will be required to
maintain ongoing communications with Principal, as well as
appropriate terminal personnel, shippers, receivers, vendors and
government agencies. Candidates will also need to monitor the
quality of services provided by vendors and be able to review
vessel invoices for accuracy in terms of service time and published
tariff, if available. Qualified candidates must have good
interpersonal as well oral and written communications skill. This
position requires night and weekend work as well as the ability to
work overtime. Some local travel is required by the position as
well as the ability to board vessels. Personal Auto is required and
we provide auto allowance. In order to perform the duties of a Ship
Boarding Agent, it is a requirement of employment that you will be
able obtain and maintain a valid Transportation Workers
Identification Card. (TWIC) along with a valid driver---s license.
We offer a competitive salary as well as a company sponsored 401k,
and medical/dental plan. Qualifications: Education: High School
Diploma Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Must have a
positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills Excellent
communication skills Physical or environmental demands: Extended
Hours. Some nights and weekends. Local travel. Boards vessels.
(Must be able to climb ladders --- sometimes at steep angles.) Must
have or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker
Identification Card) Only qualified individuals being considered
will be contacted for an interview. Moran Shipping Agencies is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: MORAN SHIPPING AGENCIES INC, West Haven , Vessel Agent, Sales , West Haven, Connecticut
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