BRANCH MANAGER

As the Vessel Operations Coordinator, your primary responsibility will be to manage and ensure the timely completion of arrival and departure formalities for vessels. This includes coordinating crew change procedures, husbandry formalities, and overseeing ship maintenance, repairs, cleaning, hull and rigging upkeep, and equipment maintenance at the port. You will be responsible for handling all vessel import and export documentation with a focus on accuracy and compliance. Issuing essential documents such as Bill of Lading, Mates Receipt, and Cargo Manifest for export vessels will also be part of your duties. A crucial aspect of your role will involve coordinating with customs, port authorities, and other relevant entities to ensure smooth vessel operations. This will include submitting Bill of Entry and Import General Manifest to customs and liaising with various authorities like PHO, MRCC, and VTMS. Effective communication and coordination with stakeholders such as owners, agents, terminal operators, and other relevant parties will be essential. You will need to keep all stakeholders informed about the vessel's status at the port and ensure seamless vessel turnaround through clear communication and coordination. Additionally, you will be responsible for quoting costs to clients for services, managing billing procedures, overseeing port operations including loading and discharge of vessels, and coordinating husbanding activities to meet client specifications. Reporting and documentation management will also be part of your responsibilities, including preparing and submitting Turnaround Reports to owners and providing operational updates to principals. Timely communication and follow-up with all concerned parties are crucial to avoid any communication gaps and ensure smooth vessel operations. Key skills and competencies required for this role include strong communication skills to interact with various stakeholders, attention to detail in managing critical documentation, multitasking abilities to handle multiple tasks efficiently, and leadership qualities for managing the branch operations and a large team effectively. If you possess the necessary skills and experience for this role, please share your updated CV with us at Salary@mastergroups.com.,