24/7 Marine Execution Operator

South Africa

Cape Town

Local

Shipping Operations

Last application date: 23/12/2019

Do you want to be a part of highly engaged team responsible for the 24/7 execution of the Maersk Africa network by working decisively with internal and external stakeholders?

As the Marine 24/7 Execution Operator you will join the Maersk Africa Operations Marine team, and together with your peers assume collective responsibility for ensuring we deliver the required service delivery to our customers while operating our network at the lowest possible cost for Maersk.

We offer

-An opportunity to join an international oriented and fast-paced Marine team in the Maersk Operations office in Cape Town, South Africa.

-A very dynamic position with a wide range of duties as well as a unique opportunity to broaden your understanding of the key drivers behind the business and how you can influence these.

-The position will provide networking opportunities and require interaction with stakeholders both external and internal within Maersk.

Key responsibilities

-Drive Key Performance Indicator’s (KPI) and standard execution framework for the terminals in LOC coverage.

-Analyze performance of operational execution of Maersk operated vessels in the approach and port stay, drive performance reviews and follow-up.

-Maintain and develop excellent relationship with various stakeholders both internally and externally (with other Execution teams, Ship management, Terminal, Port Authorities, 3rd party service providers, Maersk vessel command, etc.)

-Engage with vessel command and coordinate with all partners in the chain (terminals, pilots and tugs) for minimization of CO2 emissions

-Uses frontline and terminal, fleet, and vessel command knowledge and expertise to enhance processes and port optimization.

-Identifies and suggest continuous improvement possibilities in the ways of working.

-Prepare and share communication related to Vessel incidents at Port and Port Disruptions. Also serve as focal to initiate communication with stakeholders on other incidents outside of office hours.

-Received and pass on handover following the standard process and tools.

-Together with the team, maintain tools and processes required to run a 24/7 setup, enabling a smooth and error free execution of assigned tasks.

We are looking for

-A strong natural drive for results, excellent stakeholder management skills and a thorough understanding of Liner operations with proven or natural leadership skills.

-A proactive and positive attitude, high enthusiasm and ability to cooperate in an open and constructive manner, with the aim of the greater good of the Company.

-A relevant degree e.g. Master Mariner is an advantage, while the ability to interact with different cultures and communicate efficiently is a must.

-Good knowledge of Marine Operations, and ability to recommend or conclude on decisions which protect at every moment Safety, Cost and Network stability.

-Proven track record of delivering and developing successful cross-functional relationships.