Shipping Agent-Lamu M/F

Responsibilites

Vessel Operations Management

• Coordinate inward and outward vessel clearance with port authorities.
  
• Attend vessel boarding for arrival and departure formalities.
  
• Ensure timely submission and processing of vessel documentation.
  
• Monitor vessel operations including loading and discharge activities.
  

Port & Regulatory Compliance

• Liaise with port authorities, customs, immigration, port health, and marine authorities.
  
• Ensure compliance with all port regulations and statutory requirements.
  
• Manage vessel clearance documentation and obtain sailing clearance.
  

Stakeholder Coordination

• Maintain communication with principals, vessel masters, ship owners, and charterers.
  
• Coordinate service providers including stevedores, ship chandlers, bunkering suppliers, and transport providers.
  
• Support crew change logistics and vessel husbandry services.
  

Operational Reporting

• Prepare Daily Vessel Movement Reports (DMR).
  
• Prepare Statements of Facts (SOF) and discharge/loading reports.
  
• Track cargo discrepancies including short or excess landings.
  

Financial & Billing Coordination

• Request marine and port charges from port authorities.
  
• Follow up on port invoices and coordinate payment processing.
  
• Ensure proper documentation of operational expenses for disbursement accounts.
  

Cargo Operations Monitoring

• Supervise cargo discharge and loading operations.
  
• Coordinate with forwarders and transporters during cargo handling.
  
• Monitor cargo condition to minimize loss or damage.
  

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company QHSE standards.
  
• Enforce safe operational practices during vessel and port operations.
  
• Report operational incidents or safety risks.