Job Description

Company Description

Join us as a Port Logistics Officer to provide efficient coordination of vessel related processes, minimizing demurrage penalties, and maintaining accurate port information to optimise the overall performance of shipping operations

By looking after our assets, you'll become an asset too.

Thungela Resources [Thungela means to ignite in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets.



As the Port Logistics Officer, you will ensure a seamless coordination with the customers sales operation team, while acting as a primary liaison between Thungela and the sales team facilitating efficient communication and support for port processes in adherence to SLAs as well as managing vessel related entries into RBCT SLS and GPC DoOp system.

More of your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the timely submission of vessel nominations, substitutions, and cessions, and ensure the accurate entry of stowage plans and loading instructions into RBCT SLS
• Conducting timely RBCT and GPC vessel clearing confirmations, facilitate the distribution of relevant sailing and shipping documentation, and provide support for the finalization of documentary instructions to minimize demurrage penalty fees
• Minimising demurrage penalties through efficient process execution, timely escalation, and remediation of shipping documentation issues
• Ensuring a 24-hour interface availability with Customers' Sales Operations Teams in Dubai, London, Australia, and Singapore, addressing their needs and inquiries promptly
• Identifying, communicating, and assisting in resolving physical and financial inefficiencies, contributing to the development and execution of action plans
• Gathering and providing specialized statistics related to commodity flows for the Marketing team when required
• Tracking the nomination details, rates, and act as a coordinator between Thungela/Sungela Customers, ensuring compliance with SLA
• Tracking sailing details, obtaining Statement of Facts (SOF) downloads, and facilitate the timely distribution of accurate SOF to customers, minimizing discrepancies and ensuring compliance
• Recording details of deadweight and rates, track destinations of shipments, average parcel sizes, and average rates, and settle any disputed times or rates on vessels in line with SLA
• Participating as an effective team member and work collaboratively with leaders, peers, and others to achieve business goals

Qualifications

• Grade 12/ Matric
• Advanced Certificate or National Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related Field

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in the management of shipping logistics, with specific experience in laycan calculations
• Good experience related to RBCT shipping regulations

Additional Information

• Proficient knowledge of RBCT shipping logistics administration regulations
• Proficient knowledge of systems that enable vessel management including the RBCT shipping SLS
• Proficient knowledge of systems that enable laycan calculations including the RBCT shipping SLS
• Proficient knowledge of shipping logistics and specifically the process related to laycan calculations and administration. Emerging knowledge of International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations

Who We Are

We're a company that promotes an environment that inspires innovation and where people have a shared sense of purpose. Skills, experience, creativity, and agility underpin our ability to grow and thrive. This means building a diverse team of high-performing individuals who operate our sites safely, effectively and cost efficiently. Our people focus is centered on acquiring, developing, and retaining the talent we need to take our business forward, safely and sustainably.

What We Offer

When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But people want more out of their jobs than financial benefit alone. Being able to work with thought leaders, opportunities for development, strong values and a sound organisational culture all contribute significantly to a compelling employee value proposition.

Inclusion and Diversity

True diversity is about more than being an equal opportunities employer. It is about bringing out the best in people for the good of our business, its partners, and especially our employees. We're committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where people are valued and respected for who they are and know exactly what value they bring to the table.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

Closing Date: 29/01/2024

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