Junior Shipping/Boarding Operations Officer

We're looking for a motivated Junior to join our office in Gladstone, Queensland.

About us

Monson is a global shipping agency that specialises in dry-bulk commodities, servicing some of the world's largest industrial producers and traders.

As an Industry leader, we have expanded our global reach within the Vertom Group making us well positioned as one of the world's largest ship agency businesses.

The alignment of values and reputation between our organisations makes us stronger together. We offer our customers expanded global shipping services, superior technology and decades of experience with trusted personnel.

Monson has 19 locations across Australia with offices strategically positioned in New Zealand, Singapore, China, throughout South East Asia and a Centre of Excellence in Manila.

The role

This role reports to our Gladstone Branch Manager and is responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

• Attending to bulk vessels within the Port of Gladstone and surrounds

• Control and reporting of vessel movements within the port

• Ensuring customs and Port Shipping Terminal requirements are met

• Issuance of Shipping Documents

• Data entry and maintenance of vessel files, including inputting, updating, and maintaining relevant information in our internal databases and systems

• Liaison with overseas and local principles on a daily basis

• Attending to general customer enquiries

• Crew change and owners co-ordination

This role will eventually require some weekend and out-of-hours work which is customary for the industry.

Selection criteria

• Excellent MS Office and computer skills

• Be reliable and have good time management skills

• Good communication skills with a focus on customer service and building strong relationships with key stakeholders in the business

• Reliable team player and ability to work autonomously

• Currently holds (or is eligible to obtain), a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)

• C-Class Driver's License

Selected candidate must complete and pass a medical and drug & alcohol test to be successful for the role.

What's on offer?

• Laptop

• Mobile phone upon completion of probationary period

• Employee Assistance Program for employees and 1st degree family members via PeopleSense

• Health & Wellbeing initiatives via Happiness Co

All applicants must have permanent Australian work rights.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

To find out further information about our Company please visit www.monson.com.au or social media accounts @monsonagenciesaustralia

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