Port Captain

The deugro group is a globally active company serving the project logistics industry. Counting 1,200 employees worldwide in more than 40 countries, we are a true global network of logistics experts—for road and rail, ocean and air freight. We set the courses of tomorrow—today.

dteq is a company of the deugro group focused on transport engineering, supervision, execution and surveying for heavy lift cargo. Our motivated team of engineers is at the heart of complex projects—planning the transport routes of tomorrow, today. Here is where precision, numbers and calculations are the passion of every employee, along with discovering the world and the sheer unlimited possibilities for moving cargo from A to C via B.

Become a part of our international dteq team in EMEA. For the next possible date we are looking for you in fulltime as Port Captain.

Your duties and responsibilities include:

• Supervision of the loading and unloading of cargo in the port, including comprehensive documentation
• Technical coordination and management at the port of all related activities as a single point of contact, such as for the vessel crew, the captain, stevedores and other stakeholders (client, etc.)
• Troubleshooting/management of operations, including liaising with local authorities and the client
• Cultivating and supporting relations with third parties such as hauliers, stevedores, and especially the vessel crew and captain
• Understanding “STOP WORK authority” and usage where appropriate for operational or safety reasons
• Reviewing, evaluating and commenting on method statements, as well as executing plans
• Performing risk assessments at the port and of operation
• Calculation of Lifting and Lashing arrangements, including calculations of accelerations as per IMO and DNV Standards
• Holding pre-operation meetings and toolbox talks
• Development of AutoCAD drawings for lifting and lashing
• Producing transportation solutions, concepts and feasibility studies for heavy lift and overdimensional cargo
• Performing reviews of feasibility and the safety aspects of operations
• Performing port surveys with a focus on infrastructure and port capabilities

What you can contribute:

• A naval, maritime or heavy lift/project cargo degree or similar
• At least 3 years of experience as a port captain, supercargo or in a similar role within the transportation industry, with a focus on project cargo or heavy haul, overdimensional cargo, super loads or abnormal load operations (100+ MT)
• Proven knowledge of loading, lashing and vessel operations
• An understanding of the needs and issues within the transport industry
• Good command of written and spoken English, other languages are desired
• A client-facing attitude with good communication skills
• You have a team-player mindset with an independent “can-do” work attitude
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Solution-driven way of working and ability to think outside the box
• Excellent knowledge of QHSES rules and regulations in ports and on-board vessels
• Good knowledge of standard industry software (AutoCAD, etc.) is desired
• Ability to travel (also on short notice, min. 30%)

What we offer you:
A family-owned and run company, deugro group has been active in the project logistics industry for nearly 100 years. With our sights continuously on the future, we are a prosperous company offering you a long-term perspective for your professional career. What’s more, you benefit from an attractive salary and a modern workplace, with the option to work remotely—ensuring flexible working hours and individual development opportunities. We want to work with people who not only bring the right résumé/CV, but who also pursue their ideas with passion and put them into action with commitment.

Contact:
Do you value a motivating, international environment with opportunities for development and freedom? Send your application including your salary expectations and a possible start date.

dteq Transport Engineering Solutions GmbH
Kevin Ryan
Martinistrasse 34, Bremen, HB 28195 DEU

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