Key skills
cargo
About this role
Role Overview
- Assist in developing efficient stowage plans that optimize vessel space, ensure cargo safety, and comply with operational and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate closely with operations, documentation, and terminal teams to resolve planning issues, support daily vessel operations, and contribute to continuous process improvements
- Assist in creating and updating vessel stowage plans to optimize space utilization, vessel stability, and cargo safety
- Review booking information, cargo restrictions, and documentation to ensure compliance with operational, regulatory, and client requirements
- Coordinate closely with terminal, operations, and documentation teams to resolve planning conflicts and support smooth vessel turnaround
- Monitor load and discharge operations, adjusting plans as required, and maintaining accurate data in planning systems and software
- Identify potential risks or issues (such as overweights or hazardous cargo conflicts) and escalate them promptly to senior planners or supervisors
Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in maritime, nautical studies, supply chain / logistics discipline or an equivalent level of seagoing Certificate of Competency
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in the operational aspects of the shipping industry
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, meet deadlines, cope with changing circumstances and people
- Proficiency in computer systems and MS Office, with the ability to learn specialized planning or terminal operating software
- Applicants must be an Australian citizens or permanent residents.
- Applicants must have full working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the contract.
- New Zealand citizens planning to relocate permanently to Victoria, Australia, are more than welcome to apply.
Benefits
- Flexible Working Options
- Additional Leave Days
- Paid Parental Leave
- Annual Health Checks
- Complimentary gym access
- Novated car leasing
- Social Club events held all year round
- Employee Wellbeing Support – Mental, cultural, financial, and health resources, including Telus Health
- Study leave and study reimbursement
- Opportunity to participate in volunteer initiatives with partner charities such as the Big Umbrella
- Access to 3000+ learning resources and courses
- Career development opportunities across Asia Pacific, Europe and other office locations globally