Fleet support officer

The Fleet Support Officer will maintain administrative systems and records for SOV Vessels and Floating Accommodation Barges, ensuring compliance with Safety Management System standards. They will also handle fleet inquiries promptly in the absence of vessel or departmental managers.

Client Details

The company is a well-established player in the Transport & Distribution sector, with a sizeable team located in the Northwest. They pride themselves on their industry knowledge and commitment to excellence, and they are known for their comprehensive logistics solutions.

Description

• To coordinate reports, external and internal from the vessels and distribute to relevant persons and file accordingly.
• To maintain the record of vessel certificates, survey status and documentation.
• Assist vessel managers to obtain class / flag renewals and survey extensions, and update computer records.
• To assist in preparation and updating of weekly, monthly & quarterly reports and dry dock files
• To have an overview on purchasing to ensure requisitions are acted on quickly and follow through to delivery on board with minimum delay.
• Assist in purchasing process for all spares and follow up on any outstanding orders in conjunction with Purchasing Department.
• Provide back up support for the Vessel Managers during office absences.
• Establish and undertake track/filing/archiving of document returns from vessels.
• Assist in the planning, controlling and execution of all activities connected with maintenance, repairs, survey, and certificate requirements, drydocking, conversion or modification of assigned vessels.
• To assist with the day to day operation of assigned vessels.
• Collate KPI's and advise Fleet Manager Technical of any shortfalls or issues.
• Participating in operational meetings for all vessels.
• To assist in emergency response drills and exercises and act as part of emergency response team if required.
• Any other ad-hoc duties that may be reasonable requested by the line manager

Profile

A successful Fleet Support Officer should have:

• An educational background in Transport, Distribution, Logistics, or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively.
• A solid understanding of distribution and logistics processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to handle disruptions efficiently.
• Good communication skills with ability to liaise between all departments.

Job Offer

• An annual salary on offer between £30,000-£35,000 dependant on experience.
• Employer pension contributions of 8% into the Group Flexible Retirement Plan.
• Private Medical Insurance for you, your partner and dependent children.
• An inclusive and rewarding company culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the Transport & Distribution industry.

We encourage individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about the logistics sector to apply for this exciting role in Liverpool.