A company under Columbia Group is seeking for a Port Operations Superintendent to coordinate the port operational and commercial aspects of assigned vessels. The ideal candidate will have a maritime port operational or financial background, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate all elements of port and bunker operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective vessel performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary point of contact for port agents and owners regarding port operation topics.
• Manage the operational and commercial execution of assigned vessel itineraries.
• Conduct itinerary feasibility checks, costings, budget planning and forecasts.
• Monitor trading areas, itinerary, deviations, and associated operational requirements.
• Coordinate with Owners and internal departments on port, bunkering, and voyage matters.
• Arrange, port bookings, berth/anchorage reservations and oversee Port Agent appointments and performance.
• Manage PDAs and FDAs and ensure timely prefunding and budget monitoring.
• Handle bunker plan, Fuel budget and invoice processing.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations and Company procedures.
• Track operational KPIs and support procedural improvements and continual development.
• Experience with MXP is considered an advantage.

Representation & Additional Duties:

• Represent the Company at meetings, forums, and operational visits when required.
• Complete tasks and projects assigned by the Head of Department.
• Maintain full familiarity with and effectively implement the Company Management System.

Qualifications & Experience:

• 1-2 years’ experience in port operations or relevant experience as seagoing Purser or Officer.
• Good operational knowledge of vessels.
• Solid understanding of port operations, regulations, and industry standards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• MXP experience is an advantage.