Femi Akindele
CMA CGM Nigeria Shipping Limited was established in 2007 in Lagos and opened their Own branch since 2012. Our agencies are part of the CMA CGM worldwide network and provides 5 services from and to Asia, India Sub Continent, Middle East, Europe and other countries in Africa. Our vessels call on a weekly basis Apapa, TICT, PCHS and Onne.
VIE Port Operations Officer
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 5 years
- Location: Lagos
- Job Field: Maritime
THE ROLE
- You will be based in Lagos, Nigeria, within one of our local subsidiaries : Lekki Freeport Terminal.
- Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, you will be integrated into the Operations Team and participate in different aspects of the maritime activities to ensure the functioning of the activities at the port.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ?
- We are looking for a Port Operations Officer to lead and oversee the daily operations of maritime activities. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth functioning of shipping, logistics, and port operations while maintaining compliance with international maritime laws and safety standards.
- As a Port Operations Officer, you will be responsible for coordinating with various stakeholders, including shipping companies, port authorities, and regulatory bodies, to ensure seamless operations. You will also play a key role in optimizing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and implementing innovative solutions to improve overall performance.
Responsabilities :
- Oversee daily maritime operations, including shipping and port activities.
- Work closely with the vessel planning Manager to streamline operations.
- Ensure compliance with international maritime laws and safety standards.
- Coordinate with shipping companies, port authorities, and regulatory bodies.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize operational efficiency.
- Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations.
- Lead and mentor a team of maritime professionals.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with maritime operations.
- Implement environmental sustainability practices in operations
Profile description:
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR ?
- In accordance with the provisions of Article L122-1 of the French National Service Code, only candidates aged between 18 and 28 who are European nationals will be eligible for this VIE program.
- 5 years’ higher education in Engineering, Maritime Studies, Logistics, or a related field
- Fluent in English and French
- Analytical skills and business acumen
- Presentation and good communication skills
- Ability to work in an international environment and work in/manage remote teams
- Autonomous and driving for results
- Basic understanding of TOS ( terminal operating system ) is a plus point
- Good command of Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint)
- Being a good team player and be able to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to CMA CGM on jobs.cmacgm-group.com to apply
