CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Job Title: Offshore Wind Agent

Hours: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Vessel Manager

Location: Providence, RI

Classification: In Person

ABOUT MORAN SHIPPING

Moran Shipping Agencies, Inc. is a family-owned business that began operations in 1937 and has since grown to become the largest privately owned vessel agency in the United States. A world leader in the maritime industry, Moran operates as a vessel agency and maritime consulting firm to many of the world's most prominent ship owners, operators, and charterers. Presently Moran has 25 offices in the United States where it provides full-vessel agency attendance at over 80 ports along the East, Gulf and West Coasts, servicing all types of vessels ranging from the Ultra Large Cargo Carriers (ULCC's) to the smallest fishing boat. Most recently, Moran has entered the Offshore Wind Sector, and we are looking to expand our operations team with an Offshore Wind Agent.

Position Overview

Qualified candidates will be responsible for ensuring our clients offshore wind vessels arrive and depart at their given port destinations in accordance with our clients' interest in conjunction with the regulations and standards set forth by governmental agencies and Moran. Prospects will also coordinate with vessel along with government and port officials in setting berthing arrangements for each vessel.

In addition to above, candidates will also contact and oversee essential vendor services such as pilotage, towage and labor while preparing and submitting a proforma estimate to the Principal as it relates to port costs. As a qualified candidate you will arrange for owner requirements when necessary and maintain a port log and other port documents and records as required.

Candidates will be required to maintain ongoing communications with Principal, as well as appropriate terminal personnel, shippers, receivers, vendors and government agencies. Candidates will also need to monitor the quality of services provided by vendors and be able to review vessel invoices for accuracy in terms of service time and published tariff, if available.

You must possess good interpersonal as well oral and written communications skill. This position requires night and weekend work as well as the ability to work overtime. Some local travel is required by the position as well as the ability to board vessels.

In order to perform the duties of an Offshore Wind Agent, it is a requirement of employment that you will be able obtain and maintain a valid Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC) along with a valid driver's license. Personal auto is required.

We offer a competitive salary as well as a company sponsored 401k, and medical/dental plan.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Physical or environmental demands: Extended Hours. Some nights and weekends.
• Local travel. Board's vessels. (Must be able to climb ladders - sometimes at steep angles.)
• Must have or be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Card)

Only qualified individuals being considered will be contacted for an interview.

Moran Shipping Agencies is an Equal Opportunity Employer