Operations Specialist - PHMNL08 - Manila - Harbour Drive corner Sunset Drive

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence. 

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. 

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics. 

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk. 

What we offer:  

This is an exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting known for diversity and a fast-paced environment. You will get to focus on creating valuable relations with current and new customers and work with highly professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognized, and well-rewarded. You will work with amazing and diverse colleagues with a deep sense of commitment to live Our Values and together, go all the way for our customers, society, and each other. 

Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.  
Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work.  

We take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief. Diversity is our great strength and our continued goal, evidenced in our current work to significantly boost the number of women in senior management positions. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Supervising day-to-day operations of a certain Port / Terminal assigned including but not limited to the daily tasks performed by the Vessel Agent and Documentation Staff - Manage the staff at the terminal office, ensure their tasks are done timely and effectively. 
• Liaise with Terminal to facilitate vessel berth plan and ensure that vessels are accommodated as soon as they have arrived. Ensure all required documents and formalities are prepared in advance for vessel clearance procedures. 
• Monitoring of vessel's latest update thru GSIS / Captain / Marine. Coordinate with Marine and HQ team for updating Vessel and Berth line up. Keeping a close watch on the vessel cargo operations until departure. 

• Engagement and visit with relevant authorities' offices, such as Port Authorities, Immigration, Customs, Quarantine for Ops Discussions. Participate in Performance Discussions with the Terminal as scheduled.                                                                                                     
• In charge of all cargo-related matters in the terminal, from the gate-in process up to when the container is loaded on the vessel. Ensure all cargo execution tasks are done on time by concerned or relevant parties. Follow proper procedures and submit all required documents to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. 
• Providing immediate assistance with internal and external stakeholders as required. Coordination with various stakeholders for ad-hoc situations.                                                                                                                            
• Find ways to improve the cost-effectivity of the operations and to reduce or eliminate facilitation payments by ensuring compliance with applicable local laws and regulations. Come up with projects for simplifying and streamlining internal processes. 

We are looking for 

• Fresh graduates are welcomed ideally with Maritime and Shipping studies.          

• Has extensive experience in shipping is preferred. 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills which are essential for cross-functional collaboration. 

• A passionate, dedicated and result-driven individual. 

• Team Player who can work collaboratively in achieving team results. 

• Problem-solver, who can analytically and creatively solve problems that may arise at any given point of time. 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced OPS environment.