Ships Agent

About us

Cory Brothers Shipping Agency has been a trusted supply chain partner for businesses for over 180 years and has a significant international presence with offices in key locations around the world.

We are currently seeking for a Ships Agent to join our busy team in Grangemouth. This is a great opportunity for someone that is looking for a career in the exciting world of shipping.

No previous experience necessary, however, we do require the successful applicant to be highly motivated, committed and driven, with a full, clean driving license and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

You will be responsible for preparing and setting up vessels in accordance with Quality Assurance (QA) requirements and utilisation of in-house agency system, executing any tasks accordingly to lawful and ethical standards in line with company procedures and guidelines.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend to vessel boarding and visiting as required throughout all ports in Scotland, coordinating vessels’ calls and preparing and completing relevant shipping documentation as appropriate.
• Communicating with principals, harbour authorities, service companies and other associated parties in a timely manner to meet requirements given.
• Advise local customs, Immigration office and other relevant agencies/officials of vessel’s arrival and crew transfers.
• Liaise with ships’ Captains for arrival, sailing information and gather all relevant documentation.
• To provide out of hours office cover with other members of the team on a rota basis (boarding and phone duties) to include bank holidays, weekends and night working.

About you

• Minimum GCSE in Mathematics and English Grade C (or equivalent)
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, both verbally and in writing
• Ability of delivering excellent client focused service
• Organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines and maintain focus
• Ability to maintaining accurate manual and electronic records and filing systems
• Ability to problem-solving skills and identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Accuracy and attention to detail with the ability to seek ways to improve and promote quality
• IT literacy including knowledge of MS word/excel/outlook
• Team worker with the ability to work collaboratively and able to use own initiative
• Able to work outside office hours.
• Ability to travel within the UK - full clean driving licence.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Falkirk, FK3 8WX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Warehouse experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person