BOARDING OFFICER – SHIP AGENCY & PORT OPERATIONS

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Boarding Officer with practical experience attending vessels at Chennai Port and coordinating directly with vessel Masters, Chief Engineers, ship officers, port authorities and service providers.

The role requires strong onboard communication, accurate documentation, familiarity with port formalities and the ability to respond promptly to vessel-call requirements.

Key Responsibilities

· Attend vessels at berth or anchorage as authorised and in accordance with port access and safety requirements.

· Liaise professionally with the Master, Chief Engineer, Chief Officer and other vessel personnel.

· Collect, verify and transmit vessel documents required for inward/outward clearance and other port formalities.

· Assist with vessel arrival, departure, clearance and port-call documentation.

· Coordinate crew sign-on/sign-off, immigration attendance and supporting documents with the relevant authorities.

- Applying of suitable visa online (Seaman Visa / Tourist Visa / On arrival Visa etc..)

· Liaise with port, Customs, Immigration, terminal and other authorised personnel as required.

· Coordinate crew transfers, transportation, hotel arrangements and launch services where required.

· Assist with provisions, fresh-water delivery, stores, bunker, sludge/waste removal and other husbandry services.

· Coordinate vendor and vehicle entry, gate passes, delivery schedules and onboard service attendance.

· Follow up on repair jobs, surveyor attendance, technical services and other vessel requirements.





· Obtain the Master's or authorised vessel representative's acknowledgement for completed services and deliveries.

· Prepare boarding reports, service completion reports, document checklists and operational updates.

· Communicate vessel status, delays, service progress and urgent requirements to the Operations Manager.

· Ensure proper handling of original documents, confidentiality and timely submission of records.

· Follow port security, PPE, onboard safety and access procedures at all times.

· Provide out-of-hours, weekend and holiday attendance when vessel schedules require it.

Required Qualifications & Experience

· Preferably 3–4 years of hands-on experience in ship agency, vessel boarding or port operations.

· Practical knowledge of Chennai Port boarding procedures and vessel documentation.

· Experience dealing with ship Masters, Chief Engineers and other onboard personnel.

· Familiarity with crew-change and immigration coordination.

· Knowledge of gate passes, vendor access, husbandry services and vessel-call reporting.

· Good communication skills in English; Tamil and Hindi are an advantage.

· Basic computer skills, email communication and document handling.

· A valid driving licence and ability to travel for vessel attendance are desirable.

· Ability to work under time pressure and respond to changing vessel schedules.

Key: Candidates must be willing to attend vessels at short notice and comply with all applicable port-access, security and safety requirements.

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Internet reimbursement

Work Location: In person

📌 Boarding Supervisor (Chennai)
🏢 Shipping Agency Group
📍 Chennai