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MORAN SHIPPING AGENCIES INC

Vessel Agent

Houston, TX · On-site

Acting as a key liaison between our clients, vessels, and government/port officials, the Vessel Agent ensures smooth port operations while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company ...

Leidos

Port Engineer

Oxnard, CA · On-site

S. Government contractual standards. You will be responsible for working directly with the Captain ... Report to Deputy Chief Port Engineer. * Lead the execution of vessel maintenance programs, ensuring ...

Leidos

Port Engineer

Oxnard, CA · On-site

S. Government contractual standards. You will be responsible for working directly with the Captain ... Report to Deputy Chief Port Engineer. * Lead the execution of vessel maintenance programs, ensuring ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Everett, WA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Everett, WA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

... government contracting. As an innovative and agile provider, we offer specialized technical ... As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

San Diego, CA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Everett, WA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Yonkers, NY · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

... government contracting. As an innovative and agile provider, we offer specialized technical ... As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Norfolk, VA · On-site

... government contracting. As an innovative and agile provider, we offer specialized technical ... As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ...

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Everett, WA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Everett, WA

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

T-Solutions, Inc.

Port Engineer

Everett, WA · On-site

As a Port Engineer, you will lead a maintenance team and act as the primary representative for the ... Possesses the necessary knowledge to adhere to contractual requirements for our government clients.

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Vessel Agent

Vessel Agent

MORAN SHIPPING AGENCIES INC

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 10 hours ago

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Vessel Agent

Hours: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Vessel Manager

Location: Houston, TX

Classification: In-Person


ABOUT MORAN SHIPPING

Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc. is a family-owned business that began operations in 1937 and has since grown to become the largest privately owned vessel agency in the United States. A world leader in the maritime industry, Moran operates as a vessel agency and maritime consulting firm to many of the world's most prominent ship owners, operators, and charterers. Presently Moran has 25 offices in the United States where we provide full vessel agency attendance at over 80 ports along the East, Gulf, and West Coasts, servicing all types of vessels ranging from the Ultra Large Cargo Carriers (ULCCs) to the smallest fishing boat.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Vessel Agent to join our operations team. This position plays a vital role in coordinating the safe and timely arrival and departure of clients' vessels at their given port destinations. Acting as a key liaison between our clients, vessels, and government/port officials, the Vessel Agent ensures smooth port operations while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure clients' vessels arrive and depart at their given port destinations in accordance with our clients' interest, and in conjunction with the regulations and standards set forth by governmental agencies and Moran
  • Coordinate with vessel, government, and port officials in setting berthing arrangements for each vessel
  • Contact and oversee essential vendor services, such as pilotage, towage, and labor, while preparing and submitting a proforma estimate to the Principal as it relates to port costs
  • Arrange for owner requirements when necessary and maintain a port log and other port documents and records as required
  • Maintain ongoing communications with Principal, as well as appropriate terminal personnel, shippers, receivers, vendors, and government agencies
  • Monitor the quality of services provided by vendors and review vessel invoices for accuracy in terms of service time and published tariff, if available

Qualifications

  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work nights and weekends, as required by needs of assigned vessels
  • Ability to board vessels (must be able to climb ladders, sometimes at steep angles)
  • Local travel: Valid driver's license and use of personal auto is required
  • Physical or environmental demands: Extended hours, some nights and weekends
  • Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)

We offer a competitive salary as well as a company sponsored 401(k) and medical/dental plans.

Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.


Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer