Vessel Planner

About the role

As a Vessel Planner you will gain in‑depth exposure to container terminal operations and vessel‑planning activities. You will develop expertise in vessel operations, operational planning and execution coordination while working closely with planning, equipment control and frontline operational teams. The role supports safe, predictable and efficient vessel operations and offers a clear path towards a Shift Planning Supervisor position.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and update vessel discharge, loading, restow and shifting plans within the Terminal Operating System.
• Validate vessel stability, stowage compatibility, loading and discharge sequences, crane work distribution and special stowage requirements.
• Monitor live vessel operations and compare planned versus actual execution to protect crane productivity and operational continuity.
• Adjust vessel plans in real time to address operational constraints while maintaining plan integrity and clear communication with execution teams.
• Troubleshoot operational planning issues including yard conflicts, resource mismatches, sequencing challenges and delayed unit delivery.
• Coordinate closely with Yard Planning, CHE Analysts, Dispatch, Equipment Control and frontline teams to align planning with execution.
• Participate in postmortems, root‑cause analysis, SQDC reviews and continuous‑improvement activities to strengthen planning performance.

Required profile

• Continuous‑improvement mindset with curiosity about how work gets done.
• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Studies, Transport Management, Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
• Relevant experience in container terminal operations, vessel planning, yard planning, dispatching or equipment control.
• Strong understanding of vessel, yard, gate and equipment operations, including container flow management.
• Proficiency with terminal operating systems (e.g., Navis N4, XPS) and strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Analytical, planning and problem‑solving capabilities, able to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Commitment to safety, operational discipline and willingness to work rotational shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.

Required skills

• Navis N4 (or equivalent terminal operating system)
• XPS terminal operating platform
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Teams

What we offer

• Dynamic learning and training culture that empowers employees to excel.
• Lean‑driven environment encouraging continuous improvement and skill development.
• Diverse, multinational workplace where operational insights directly influence terminal operations.
• In‑depth exposure to container terminal operations and vessel‑planning activities.
• Potential career progression towards a Shift Planning Supervisor role.