Job Description

Employment Type

Full Time, Permanent

Application Start Date

27-10-2025

Application End Date

30-11-2025

Location

Portbury

Description

Port Agent

Osprey shipping believes that innovative, precision-engineered logistics, by land and by water, can transform the way critical UK infrastructure is built. We bring together the very best multi-disciplinary engineering and delivery teams to accelerate projects, enhance safety, and work side by side with clients to solve the most complex construction challenges.


We are looking for a proactive and driven Port Agent to join our experienced and friendly team. You will have the opportunity to work within a company that values internal promotion and supports your professional growth.

Responsibilities for a

Port Agent:

Communication with our principal and vessel to take instruction and update information relating to berthing window, berth and labour availability Liaising with stevedores, towage providers, pilots and local government authorities (to include customs, port health and MCA (Maritime Costal Agency) Responsible for supporting port agency & customs manager to process customs entries Liaising with the various service suppliers (ship chandlers, fresh water supply, bunker suppliers, transportation services etc) for scheduling and delivery of goods and services to the vessel Processing manifests and invoicing freight and local charges to UK receivers Organising transport and handling of cargoes, using third party crane providers and hauliers Processing and handling of invoices, ensuring that invoices are checked against tariffs that have been agreed with third party vendors

Requirements

for a

Port Agent

:

Awareness of planning/logistics process Working as part of a multi-disciplined team Experience within a customer service environment Excellent communication skills Exceptional organisation skills Working knowledge of Microsoft applications Willing to learn Forward-thinking and able to use own initiative

Benefits for a Port Agent:

25 days' annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays Enhanced employer pension contributions and salary sacrifice schemes Private medical, life assurance and income protection Performance-related pay scheme Enhanced parental leave benefits Flexible/hybrid working environment Cycle to work scheme Family friendly policies Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Get Active from Aviva - gym discounts up to 40% off * Access to several education and promotional schemes internally