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ENSTRUCTURE LLC

Vessel Planner

Wilmington, DE · On-site

The Vessel Planner is responsible for coordinating activities related to vessel operations as ... coordinate with terminal operations to ensure timely loading and unloading of containers ...

Port Houston

Yard Planner - Bayport

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Will participate in container yard and vessel operations rotation. Key Responsibilities/Duties ... Supervise and coordinate terminal vessel operations * Set up vessel operations plans * Establish ...

Port Houston

Yard Planner - Bayport

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Will participate in container yard and vessel operations rotation. Key Responsibilities/Duties ... Supervise and coordinate terminal vessel operations * Set up vessel operations plans * Establish ...

Port Houston

Yard Planner - Bayport

Seabrook, TX · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Will participate in container yard and vessel operations rotation. Key Responsibilities/Duties ... Supervise and coordinate terminal vessel operations * Set up vessel operations plans * Establish ...

Port Houston

Yard Planner - Barbours Cut

Seabrook, TX · On-site

Will participate in container yard and vessel operations rotation. Key Responsibilities/Duties ... Supervise and coordinate terminal vessel operations * Set up vessel operations plans * Establish ...

New

FIT

Part-Time Vessel Stowage Planner

Port Everglades, FL · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Position Overview Florida International Terminal (FIT) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented ... Prepare vessel stowage plans to ensure containers on the load list have assigned stow positions in ...

Fitpev

Part-Time Vessel Stowage Planner

FL · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Position Overview Florida International Terminal (FIT) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented ... Prepare vessel stowage plans to ensure containers on the load list have assigned stow positions in ...

Career Movement

Operations Manager

Oakland, CA

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading container terminal operator based in Oakland, California ... Manage and supervise longshore workers, foremen, supercargoes, and planners across vessel, yard ...

Career Movement

Operations Manager

Oakland, CA

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading container terminal operator based in Oakland, California ... Manage and supervise longshore workers, foremen, supercargoes, and planners across vessel, yard ...

Career Movement

Operations Manager

Oakland, CA · On-site

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading container terminal operator based in Oakland, California ... Manage and supervise longshore workers, foremen, supercargoes, and planners across vessel, yard ...

APM Terminals

Assistant Manager, Operations

Mobile, AL · On-site

Knowledge of container terminal operations and marine vessel activities. * Understanding of cargo ... Moblie, AL Hours: 12 hour Rotating Shifts | 2 nights, 3 days and every other weekend off Notice to ...

APM Terminals

Assistant Manager, Operations

Mobile, AL · On-site

$85 - $95/hr

Knowledge of container terminal operations and marine vessel activities. * Understanding of cargo ... Moblie, AL Hours: 12 hour Rotating Shifts | 2 nights, 3 days and every other weekend off Notice to ...

HMM America Inc.

Port Captain

Oakland, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Coordinate with vessel planners, agents, stevedores, terminals and vessels to ensure a cohesive ... Extensive knowledge of container, vessel and terminal operations. * Advanced ability to self-manage ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for day container terminal vessel planner in the United States is $21.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Container Terminal Vessel Planner vs Yard Planner?

AspectDay Container Terminal Vessel PlannerYard Planner
Primary FocusScheduling vessel arrivals, departures, and berth assignmentsManaging container yard space, stacking, and equipment allocation
Work EnvironmentPort terminals, shipping lines, logistics companiesPort terminals, container yards, logistics operations
CredentialsLogistics, supply chain, or maritime certifications often preferredSimilar credentials in logistics or supply chain management

The Day Container Terminal Vessel Planner primarily focuses on coordinating vessel schedules and berth planning, ensuring ships are efficiently scheduled for arrival and departure. In contrast, the Yard Planner manages container storage, stacking, and yard operations. Both roles require knowledge of port operations and logistics, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Day Container Terminal Vessel Planner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,173 per year, or $21.2 per hour.

Vessel Planner

ENSTRUCTURE LLC

Wilmington, DE • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Enstructure rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

The Vessel Planner is responsible for coordinating activities related to vessel operations as follows:

  • Develop and optimize stowage plans to maximize cargo capacity and efficiency, coordinating with stevedores, customers, and vessels. Ensure vessel plan is followed for loading and discharging cargo to assure safety, reduce costs, and maximize stowage.
  • Maintain consistent communication with customer planners, vessels, and operations to optimize the needs to ensure optimization for the yard plan.
  • Work closely and coordinate with terminal operations to ensure timely loading and unloading of containers, maximizing the number of containers scheduled for unloading and re-loading to vessels for departure.
  • Monitor vessel schedules and adjust plan based on port conditions and delays.
  • Advise management of any operational issues that would impact productivity.
  • Communicate with shipping lines and stakeholders to provide updates and resolve issues.
  • Monitor advance planning activities prior to the vessel docking to ensure safe operations, and coordinate and verify that all labor has been gathered for adequate and efficient operations.
  • Analyze data to improve planning processes and enhance operations performance.
  • Ensure that all health, safety, and security protocols are enforced and observed in all Company’s activities to protect the employees and the public.
  • Complies with all applicable laws and relevant industry standards of practice and commits to the continuous improvement of HSSE management practices.
  • Provides strong visible commitment, leadership, and personal involvement in health, safety, security, and the environment and makes available the resources necessary to achieve our HSSE objectives.
  • Ensures activities and duties are consistent with policies on SQF and FSMA.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

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