About MSC
MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company is a global leader in transport and logistics, privately owned and founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. The company has evolved from a one vessel operation into a globally respected business with over 110,000 staff providing timely delivery of goods and services to customers of all industries and sizes.
Present in 155 countries through 600 offices, MSC calls at 500 ports on 250+ trade routes, carrying some 23 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually. MSC's activities now include overland transportation, logistics and a growing portfolio of port terminal investments.
For more information visit www.msc.com
Does this sound like you?
Due to internal movement, we are looking for someone who thinks outside the square and who enjoys problem solving to join our operations team in our Tauranga office. You will need to provide prompt and efficient handling of cargo bookings ensuring equipment availability, timely processing of container releases, load list preparation and reconciliation with load port terminals. This role also involves arranging and executing husbandry functions for MSC owned, chartered and managed vessels at Tauranga Port on a rostered basis.
The Role
Provide prompt efficient handling cargo bookings
Management of equipment availability for clients
Managing Container releases
Reporting and reconciliation on MSC Vessels
Attending and completing various husbandry functions for vessels on arrival and departure at Tauranga Port– including outside of the "normal 8.30am – 5pm" work hours and including weekends on a rostered basis.
Interaction with a diverse range of parties, including port and government authorities, container depots, pack points, shippers and local transport providers as well as key operational staff within MSC in New Zealand, Australia and globally.
Skills
Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
Valid full drivers licence
Ability to be flexible in working hours
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise at all levels
Strong commitment to providing high quality customer service
Professional and courteous telephone manner
Excellent attention to detail
Intermediate computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to thrive in a high-paced team environment
Prior shipping/husbandry knowledge or graduate studies is advantageous
A working knowledge of Dangerous Goods policies and procedures, whilst not essential, would also be an advantage
What we offer
At Mediterranean Shipping Company, we are committed to creating an environment where our employees can thrive. We offer a competitive salary, Southern Cross Health Insurance, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
To Apply
If you are ready to set sail on this new opportunity, please submit your resume with a covering letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.
MSC New Zealand is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities.
The successful applicant will be required to consent to a criminal check being completed before employment is offered.
Overseas applications and non-New Zealand residents, please also note that you must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.