Vessel Coordinator – Houston, TX

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Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all or the same team. One Watco.

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco’s Safe Performance Center
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Pay: $60,000 annually

Schedule:

Monday – Friday from 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location:

14035 Industrial Rd., Houston, TX 77015

As a Vessel Coordinator at Watco, you will play a crucial role in coordinating and supporting the coordination of vessel operations. This role ensures the efficient discharging/loading of cargo vessels, working closely with internal teams, such as terminal operations and dock operations, to ensure smooth and timely vessel turnaround. The Vessel Coordinator oversees all aspects of import/export cargo operations, ensuring that all safety, regulatory, and operational standards are met.

• Coordinate and monitor the arrival and departure of cargo discharging/loading vessels in collaboration with internal operations teams
• Optimize vessel turnaround times by coordinating closely with terminal staff and cargo planners to manage cargo flow and resource allocation
• Ensure all required vessel documentation, such as cargo manifests, customs clearances, and discharge/loading instructions, are complete and accurate before vessel departure
• Ensure compliance with IMDG/DOT regulations
• Ensure compliance with international trade regulations
• Maintain communication with terminal managers and operations teams to provide updates on vessel readiness, cargo status, and any issues affecting vessel operations
• Ensure alignment between government regulations and international trade compliance standards
• Responsible for capturing all revenue for additional services
• Responsible for ensuring all customers have an account with active rates in place

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be able to pass and/or obtain all reporting, testing, and certifications as required for this position and location. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on efficiency and safety
• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and sense of urgency to respond and react in rapid and fluid work environment
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure and handle tight deadlines is a must
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment, including irregular hours and on-call duties
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment by fostering collaboration, supporting teammates, and contributing to shared goals

Must be 18 years of age or older with High School or GED equivalent