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Part-Time Vessel Stowage Planner

FL ยท On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Support efficient vessel operations by maximizing space, balancing vessel weight, and helping ensure containers are accessible for loading and unloading by quay cranes. * Email completed BAPLIE files ...

Support efficient vessel operations by maximizing space, balancing vessel weight, and helping ensure containers are accessible for loading and unloading by quay cranes. * Email completed BAPLIE files ...

The role involves ensuring equipment readiness for vessel operations, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and operating hydraulic equipment such as winches and deck cranes and ...

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Offshore Supply Vessel Captain

Pascagoula, MS ยท On-site

$625 - $725/day

Support offshore oil and gas operations, including transportation of cargo, equipment, supplies, and personnel as required. Maintain full responsibility for the safe operation of the vessel, crew ...

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Offshore Supply Vessel Captain

Mobile, AL ยท On-site

$625 - $725/day

Support offshore oil and gas operations, including transportation of cargo, equipment, supplies, and personnel as required. Maintain full responsibility for the safe operation of the vessel, crew ...

Vessel Cook

Hull, MA ยท On-site

$350/day

Coordinate meal timing around vessel operations and crew schedules * Assist with provisioning and restocking during port calls * Ensure proper storage and handling of perishable and non-perishable ...

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Offshore Supply Vessel Captain

Pensacola, FL ยท On-site

$625 - $725/day

Support offshore oil and gas operations, including transportation of cargo, equipment, supplies, and personnel as required. Maintain full responsibility for the safe operation of the vessel, crew ...

This role requires a strong understanding of marine engineering, vessel systems, and regulatory compliance to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the fleet. This individual will play a ...

This role requires a strong understanding of marine engineering, vessel systems, and regulatory compliance to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the fleet. This individual will play a ...

Cook (Vessel)

Golden Meadow, LA

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Responsibilities The cook is responsible for monitoring work environments to ensure safe operations ... A safety-sensitive position is any position on board a vessel that requires the person filling that ...

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Vessel Operation information

What is the difference between Vessel Operation vs Marine Engineering?

AspectVessel OperationMarine Engineering
Required CredentialsSTCW certification, Deck Officer licensesMarine Engineering licenses, STCW certifications
Work EnvironmentBridge, deck, ship navigation areasEngine rooms, technical maintenance areas
Employer & Industry UsageShipping companies, maritime transportShipbuilding, maintenance, and repair firms
Common Search & ComparisonVessel Operation vs Marine Engineering

Vessel Operation focuses on navigation, safety, and managing the ship's movement, while Marine Engineering involves maintaining and repairing the ship's engines and systems. Both roles require specialized certifications and are essential in the maritime industry, but they differ in daily tasks and work environments.

What cities are hiring for Vessel Operation jobs?

Cities with the most Vessel Operation job openings:

Infographic showing various Vessel Operation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Part-Time Vessel Stowage Planner

FL โ€ข On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Position Overview
Florida International Terminal (FIT) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Part-Time Vessel Stowage Planner to support vessel operations through accurate vessel setup, cargo stowage planning, sequencing, documentation, and communication with internal and external partners. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, solid computer proficiency, the ability to manage time-sensitive operational information, and an interest in maritime, logistics, transportation, or terminal operations.
Schedule Requirements
This position requires the ability to work part-time (30 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare vessel stowage plans to ensure containers on the load list have assigned stow positions in accordance with Central Planner requirements.
  • Support efficient vessel operations by maximizing space, balancing vessel weight, and helping ensure containers are accessible for loading and unloading by quay cranes.
  • Email completed BAPLIE files to the Central Planner and Cargo Operations for final approval or requested changes.
  • Work directly with Central Planners and Cargo Operations to resolve requested changes and communicate vessel movements with appropriate parties.
  • Sequence load and discharge operations, prepare vessel working letters, print required paperwork, and forward reefer and hazardous manifests.
  • Complete and email pre-operations turnover documentation with clear operational notes for Vessel Operations.
  • Update actual numbers in the DTP spreadsheet, empty actual versus VEPO data, and other Strategy measurements as assigned.
  • Communicate with Yard, Vessel, Unions, and other operational teams as needed to support a fluid vessel execution process focused on safety and efficiency.
  • Communicate status updates to the Assistant Operations Manager regarding pre-planning progress.
  • Identify and communicate yard pile challenges, crane or yard conflicts, and other operational issues that may affect vessel planning.
  • Reconcile vessel load lists, including no-load containers and containers on hold, and communicate applicable lists to steamship lines.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum of one year of experience in supply chain, logistics, maritime, transportation, or a related field.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
  • Experience using computers for a variety of work-related tasks.
  • Strong time management and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong verbal, written, and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to organize, plan tasks, conduct basic internet research, and communicate clearly with personnel, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and management.
  • Must be authorized to work.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in business or a related field of study preferred.
  • Supply chain, logistics, maritime, transportation, or terminal operations experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of terminal operating systems preferred, including Tideworks applications such as Mainsail and Spinnaker.
  • Basic understanding of vessel stability, trim, yard pile layout, traffic flow, and terminal operating systems preferred.

Work Environment
  • Work involves exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and equipment-related hazards.
  • Requires climbing and wearing PPE.
  • This is a hybrid role that REQUIRES availability for rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel.

Why Join Us
By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a collaborative and high-performance culture and be a part of a team that values safety, innovation, and integrity.
Must be currently authorized to work in the US; no visa sponsorship at this time.
Florida International Terminal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Florida International Terminal is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring an inclusive, accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete your application and/or participate in the interview process, please contact us.