Port Call Execution Associate

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and has been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let’s sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

What We Offer:

This is an exciting career opportunity to work in a multinational, Global 500 company that makes global trade happen. You will be interacting daily with colleagues internationally, giving you the opportunity to develop your professional skills in a global environment. We provide support for you to shape your own career by achieving expertise and learning on the job.

• Work in a dynamic port and vessel operations environment supporting international shipping activities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, port authorities, terminals, and government agencies.
• Gain hands-on experience across vessel husbandry, port clearance, and operational execution processes.
• Develop operational expertise through practical exposure to time-critical port call activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Submit and collect operational and statutory documents with port authorities, customs, terminals, and maritime agencies.
• Attend vessels on arrival and departure to support clearance processes and obtain required documentation.
• Coordinate port access permits, vessel work requests, and service-related submissions.
• Monitor cargo operations and support timely completion of departure formalities.
• Attend daily port meetings and follow up on berth allocation, pilot booking, and vessel movements.
• Provide proof of submission, collect approvals, and ensure accurate handover of documents to relevant stakeholders.
• Escalate authority issues, document rejections, or operational risks that may impact vessel schedules.

What We Are Looking For:

Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.

• Experience working within Abidjan Port, a terminal environment, shipping agency, logistics operation, or a similar operational setting.
• Ability to manage document handling processes and follow up on approvals, signatures, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple time-sensitive activities.
• Clear communication skills with the ability to provide accurate updates and escalate issues promptly.
• Comfortable working in operational areas, boarding vessels, and complying with port safety and security requirements.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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