We are the European general agency of the globally active shipping company **KAWASAKI KISEN KAISHA Ltd. ("K" Line)**. As a leading shipping company in the RoRo business, we offer highly sophisticated and tailor-made maritime transport solutions to our customers from the automotive and heavy machinery industries. As European headquarters based in Hamburg, we are responsible for planning and managing the regular services from Europe to North America and Asia as well as their marketing in Europe.
*Your responsibilities**
Support technical assessment and acceptance of cargoes incl. High & Heavy, special and project cargo as well as review of operational handling
Support IMDG-related coordination, including documentation review, DG stowage information and operational communication with vessels and ports.
Participate in cargo quality follow-up, damage prevention, port attendance, vessel feedback and survey-related matters.
Support QCM/VOS team with analysis of operational deviations, near misses, cargo damage cases and root-cause identification incl. standardization of workflows, SOPs, checklists and digital tools.
Assist with claims handling by reviewing damage documentation, survey reports, incident reports and operational evidence.
Prepare and issue voyage instructions, discharging instructions, sailing information and operational updates in internal systems.
Communicate with vessels, ship management companies, local offices, ports, agents and internal departments to maintain scheduled voyages.
Support bunkering coordination, including confirmation of fuel specifications and review of bunker supplier information.
Prepare, review and distribute cargo stowage plans to relevant parties.
Collect and follow up operational cost reports from local offices.
Assist with environmental and technical matters related to vessel operations.
Support operational follow-up in case of disruption, delay, off-hire or other vessel-related incidents.
Prepare summaries, meeting materials, reports incl. incident reports in case of accidents, serious cargo damage or operational irregularities and coordinate required follow-up actions.
*Your profile**
Completed vocational training, university degree or comparable qualification related to shipping, logistics, nautical science, marine operations or port operations.
Nautical background, sea-going experience, port captain experience or marine technical experience is an advantage.
Professional experience in RoRo shipping, vessel operations, port logistics, cargo planning, High & Heavy, survey or claims handling is desirable.
Good understanding of vessel operations, port processes, cargo flow, stowage planning and international communication chains.
Knowledge of the IMO CSS Code, IMDG Code and SOLAS is an advantage.
Very good written and spoken English; German language skills are expressly preferred.
Careful working style, strong affinity for numbers, good prioritization skills and a sense of responsibility in critical situations.
Willingness to travel to European ports, terminals, vessels and service providers as well as a Class B driving license.
*Digital competencies**
Confident use of Microsoft 365, especially Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams and SharePoint.
Experience working with structured data, operational reports, Excel analyses and management documents.
Openness towards digital collaboration tools such as SharePoint Lists, Planner, Loop or comparable solutions.
Basic understanding and responsible use of modern AI models and AI-supported applications in the daily work context.
*We offer:**
Permanent full-time position in an international maritime environment
Cross-departmental role between Vessel Operations and Quality Control & Marine Technical with a diverse range of responsibilities
Close collaboration with international colleagues, ports, vessels, OEMs, surveyors, and ship management teams worldwide
Great intercultural corporate culture with the opportunity to work across global networks
Attractive remuneration package, including additional benefits such as vacation pay and a 13th monthly salary
Additional allowances for the Deutschlandticket, fitness center, Ticket Plus® City, and more
Flexible working hours and attractive mobile working options to support a positive work-life balance
Modern office conveniently located near a central HVV hub in Hamburg
*Contact:**
If you would like to join our team, please send your application in English (application letter, curriculum vitae, references), stating your salary expectations and the earliest possible date of entry, to [](https://mailto:?subject=Application%20as%20Team%20Member%20(m%2Ff%2Fd)%20Vessel%20Operations).
*"K" Line(Deutschland) GmbH,**
*Anckelmannsplatz 1, 20537 Hamburg**
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