What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vessel Agent position at SEAPORT AGENCIES?
We’re Hiring: Experienced Vessel Boarding Agent
| New Orleans, LA|
Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Boarding Agent to coordinate vessel port calls in New Orleans and the Lower Mississippi River area. We’re looking for someone dependable, organized, and comfortable managing changing schedules in a 24/7 maritime environment.
Responsibilities
- Attend vessels and coordinate arrival, port stay, and departure requirements.
- Communicate with vessel masters, owners, charterers, terminals, authorities, and service providers.
- Arrange pilots, tugs, transportation, crew changes, supplies, and other vessel services.
- Prepare and maintain port-call documentation, operational updates, and statements of facts.
- Monitor vessel schedules, respond promptly to changes, and escalate operational issues.
- Track service costs and supporting documents for accurate billing.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a vessel boarding agent or port agent required.
- Working knowledge of vessel clearance procedures and port operations.
- Familiarity with New Orleans and Lower Mississippi River operations preferred.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain a TWIC.
- Availability for on-call assignments, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to board vessels safely and work in an active port environment.
Interested? Send me your résumé through LinkedIn with the subject “New Orleans Boarding Agent.”
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