Shipping Controller - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - OBM People

Description

Job Description

OBM are currently recruiting for a Shipping Controller for our oil and gas service provider client based in Aberdeen for a minimum 12-month contract.

The successful candidate will be responsible for effectively coordinating the movement of outbound and inbound cargo between the quayside to various offshore locations and onshore vendors.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of shipping/manifesting and inbound disciplines and ability to assist with any client queries
• Assist with training of new starts on Client ERP system as deemed necessary
• Contribute and assist in investigations related to cargo movements
• Assist with the creation of procedures and work aids
• Attend and participate in client meetings where applicable
• Call off all offshore requirements for collection/delivery for shipment
• Preparation of loadout lists within QMS system/client ERP System
• Maintain deck utilisation calculations for all sailings
• Liaise with transport/vendors regarding cargo collection/deliveries
• Prepare, update and complete manifests with client and internal manifesting systems
• Process outbound/Inbound paperwork and update relevant information
• Maintain operational information records
• Participate in loadout meetings ensuring all client requirements are fulfilled
• Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with client contacts
• Respond quickly and accurately to issues/queries from onshore and offshore personnel
• Liaise with client representatives, focal points and applicable departments to ensure integrity of shipments with specific regard to cargo issues
• Ensure all discrepancies are recorded, systems are updated accordingly and communicated to all necessary departments, internally and externally
• Ensure weights are recorded accurately within QMS/ERP System
• Ensure that workload is planned, organised and prioritised accordingly
• Control and record all manifesting folders and associated documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery and suggest improvements/ changes to process to drive efficiencies where required
• Practice the regulations within IMDG code
• Ensure that procedures, work instructions and company standards are followed and always maintained
• Accurately use client systems WELS / SAP / OSS
  

Minimum Qualifications
* Dangerous Goods by Sea - IMDG