OPERATION EXECUTIVE

Job Scope & Responsibilities

1. Vessel Operations & Port Coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and manage vessel schedules to ensure efficient port rotations and on-time performance within the Port of Singapore.

• Arrange, confirm, and amend vessel berthing applications with PSA, Jurong Port (JP), and other relevant terminals in accordance with port operating procedures.

• Prepare and submit Arrival Advice (AA), Arrival Declaration (AD), Pre-Arrival / Pre-Departure documentation, and Port Clearance Certificates (PCC)

• Liaise closely with PSA/JP operations teams, port authorities, and terminals on daily vessel activities, including loading, discharging, shifting, and re-stow planning.

• Arrange and coordinate pilotage and tug services and ensure compliance with Harbour Craft and port safety regulations during berthing and unberthing.

• Monitor company vessel movements, vessel status, and port progress to ensure operational schedules are adhered to.

• Ensure correct execution of container loading, discharging, andstowage plans, complying with safety, stability, and terminal operating requirements.

• Investigate, document, and report any operational incidents, such as container damage, mis-declaration, short/over landed cargo, or delays.

• Prepare and submit Shipping Instructions (SI), ABP, EDI declarations, and manifest submissions to PSA and relevant systems within prescribed timelines.

• Act as the primary operational point of contact for terminals, port authorities, agents, and relevant maritime service providers.

• Coordinate and liaise with internal stakeholders including Customer Service, Operations, Port Staff, Warehousing, and Planning teams to ensure seamless end-to-end operations.

• Any other task assigned by management.

2. Reporting, Monitoring & Operational Control

• Maintain accurate and timely operational records (weekly, monthly and yearly)

• Monitor vessel performance, port turnaround time, and operational efficiency indicators.

• Report operational delays, irregularities, incidents, or non-compliance issues to the Manager and assist with corrective follow-up actions.

• Strong understanding of Singapore port operations, PSA procedures, and MPA requirements.

• Familiarity with EDI systems, terminal portals, and vessel documentation workflows.

• Ability to manage time-critical operations in a 24/7 port environment.

• Effective communication and coordination skills with local authorities and service providers.

• High attention to detail, accountability, and ability to work under pressure.