Operations Officer

ABOUT Gulf Agency Company

Established in 1956, Gulf Agency Company has grown to become a leading global provider of shipping, logistics, marine and related services. The company now has over 300 offices worldwide and employs in excess of 7,500 staff.

GAC is one of the world’s largest shipping agencies, representing more than 3,500 Principals and handling over 101,000 jobs annually. We attend to many different vessel types and cargoes, and therefore the position has a wide exposure to the maritime sector.  With 14 offices in Australia there will be future opportunities for transfer within the GAC network, in Australia and potentially overseas.

Due to growth in our business in Australia, we are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our operations team in Melbourne.

OPERATIONS OFFICER

This exciting opportunity with a leading shipping agency exists and the successful applicant will be responsible for all facets of vessel operations. From attending to vessels and Master's requirements, to the preparation of ships and cargo documentation as well as liaison with the relevant port authorities and service providers.  You will work with a team that offers great workplace culture, passionate, caring, and experienced colleagues, who are motivated and work together to deliver outstanding results to maintain our market position.

This full-time role for an Operations Officer will be reporting to the Port Manager.

The Role offers:

• a Competitive Salary, plus Super
• a Car allowance 
• free annual Flu Vaccine 
• free access to an Employee Assistance Program 
• free access to Novated Leasing advice
• annual PPE allowance (with conditions)
• company fitness initiative (partial subsidy of an approved fitness program  (eg. gym membership)

Applicant should:

• Have an MSIC or be eligible to apply
• Have a Valid Driver's Licence
• Be Computer Literate
• Good accuracy and attention to detail
• Have Good Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)
• Team Oriented

Candidates will need to be flexible with working hours as there is a requirement to work weekends, public holidays and times outside of usual office hours.

Experience within the Ship Agency business is preferred but not essential, training will be provided to the right motivated candidate.

GAC Australia is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and has a diversity of culture in its workplace.

If you are motivated, possess the right qualities and are interested in joining a progressive and well-established organisation, apply now.

Applications sent thru the SEEK Interface is our preferred method.

Applicants should be an Australian Citizen or hold a Permanent Residency Visa or a non-restricted Visa to work in Australia.