Our client is a Shipping Company, providing a comprehensive range of shipping, offshore and marine services internationally, with operations extending from South America and Europe to the Middle East, Southeast Asia and the Far East based. They are currently looking for a motivated, responsible and highly organized International Shipping & Marine Operations Coordinator to join their International Shipping & Marine Operations Department at their offices in Limassol.
They are looking for enthusiastic individuals with excellent communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility and, above all, outstanding team spirit to join our established operations team. They are looking for individuals who wish to become valuable members of their team, take pride in their work and contribute to the smooth execution of international shipping and marine operations.
Company Values:
- Their fundamental operational principle is simple: Every service must be properly coordinated, continuously followed up and professionally completed from A to Z.
- Teamwork, Communication & Professional Conduct
- They place particular importance on recruiting individuals who understand that successful shipping operations depend on teamwork, cooperation and reliable communication.
Overview:
- The successful candidates will assist our management and senior operations personnel with the daily coordination, administration and follow-up of worldwide shipping and marine services.
Responsibilities:
- Receiving and handling operational enquiries, nominations, appointments and service instructions.
- Coordinating shipping agency services, vessel requirements, owners’ matters and general marine operations.
- Assisting with towage, diving, offshore support, STS operations, bunkering, crew changes, supplies and other marine-related services.
- Maintaining professional and continuous communication with shipowners, charterers, vessel operators, masters, port agents, suppliers, subcontractors and relevant authorities worldwide.
- Preparing clear, accurate and professional email correspondence, operational instructions, confirmations and progress reports.
- Ensuring all incoming emails, operational requests and outstanding matters are acknowledged, coordinated and followed up promptly.
- Providing regular operational updates to clients, management and all relevant parties.
- Monitoring each assigned operation from the initial nomination and planning stages through execution, completion and final reporting.
- Maintaining accurate records, operational documentation and proper handover between team members.
- Identifying potential delays, operational difficulties or outstanding requirements and escalating them promptly to senior management.
Requirements:
- Excellent written and spoken English is essential.
- Strong computer literacy, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and email correspondence.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Previous experience in shipping, logistics, freight forwarding, vessel agency, marine services or operations coordination will be considered an advantage.
- Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail, professional judgment and commitment to completing assigned tasks.
- Willingness to learn, develop professionally and build a long-term career within our group.
- Previous maritime experience is welcome but not mandatory. We are prepared to train individuals who demonstrate the right capabilities, attitude and professional character.
Skills:
- Excellent team spirit, mutual respect and willingness to support colleagues.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, cooperative personality.
- Professional, clear and timely communication by email, telephone and other approved communication channels.
- A proactive approach to operational follow-up, without requiring constant reminders.
- Accountability, honesty, discipline and ownership of assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to remain calm, organized and solution-oriented under operational pressure.
- Willingness to assist colleagues when operational demands require additional support.
- Proper handover of pending matters to ensure continuity of service.
- We strongly believe that professional attitude, teamwork, reliability and willingness to learn are equally important as previous shipping experience.
- International Operations & Duty Arrangements
- As our services operate worldwide across different time zones, our Operations Department must maintain effective communication and coordination beyond standard office hours when required.
Expectations:
- Full-time, office-based employment in Limassol, Cyprus.
- Participation in a rotating operational duty schedule, approximately one week at a time, shared among the operations team.
- During the assigned duty week, availability for operational coordination, communication and follow-up until 23:00 Cyprus time, according to the agreed duty arrangements.
- Coordination of international services involving different time zones, including South America, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and the Far East.
- Proper handover of ongoing operations and outstanding matters between duty personnel and colleagues.
- The duty arrangement is intended to ensure continuity of operations, balanced teamwork and timely client communication. Working hours, availability requirements and applicable compensation or rest arrangements will be explained during the recruitment process in accordance with Cyprus employment legislation.
On Offer:
- Employment within an established international shipping and marine services group.
- Exposure to diverse maritime operations worldwide.
- Practical training and continuous support from experienced senior operations personnel.
- A professional, cooperative and internationally oriented working environment.
- Opportunities for long-term career development and increased responsibilities.
- Competitive remuneration based on qualifications, experience and responsibilities.
To apply:
Please send your CV to StaffMatters at admin@smstaffmatters.com and mention that you are applying for the vacancy of International Shipping & Marine Operations Coordinator with reference number 4573.
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