Officer - Shipping & Dispatch

Role overview

This position is responsible for coordinating export logistics from end to end, with a focus on vessel planning, port liaison, and shipment documentation. The aim is to move export cargo on time, keep costs under control, maintain compliance, and reduce demurrage and delays while improving day-to-day operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Arrange and oversee export shipments of breakbulk section, sheet piles, and billets from ports in the UAE.
• Work closely with shipping lines, vessel agents, port officials, and internal teams to ensure cargo flows smoothly.
• Follow vessel nominations, berthing plans, loading and discharge activity, and vessel turnaround performance.
• Check that all export paperwork is complete, correct, and compliant, including bills of lading, invoices, customs papers, and certificates.
• Track cargo movement from the yard to vessel loading and confirm that cargo is ready for shipment.
• Coordinate with transport providers to ensure cargo reaches the port on schedule.
• Keep demurrage, detention, port handling, and related logistics expenses under control.
• Share daily operational status updates and flag any delays or risks in advance.
• Assist with contract fulfilment and make sure shipping terms such as CFR and Liner Out are followed.
• Contribute to discussions with suppliers, agents, and shipping lines when needed.

Safety, quality, and environmental compliance

The role requires adherence to applicable management policies, procedures, and controls within the Commercial Division to support employee safety, legal compliance, high service standards, and environmentally responsible practices.

Education and experience

A bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related discipline is required. The role calls for 5 to 8 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or port operations. Hands-on exposure to export cargo handling, vessel operations, and port coordination is essential, and experience in the steel or bulk cargo sector is preferred.

Additional requirements

No additional information was provided beyond the role duties, qualifications, and experience expectations listed above.