Ships Agent
Control Tower – Aberdeen
A vacancy has arisen for a Ships Agent to support vessel operations across Aberdeen and the wider North Sea region. This role is responsible for coordinating port calls and offshore logistics for supply vessels, subsea construction vessels, ERRVs, tankers, and specialist project tonnage operating within the UK Continental Shelf.
The successful candidate will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient vessel turnaround while acting as the primary liaison between the vessel, port authorities, offshore operators, and service providers.
The role includes managing all pre-arrival, arrival and departure arrangements at Aberdeen, Peterhead, Montrose and other North Sea ports. Coordinating pilotage, towage, berthing and port services in line with harbour authority requirements as well as supporting crew changes, mob/demobilisations and supply vessel rotations. The role also involves ensuring compliance with UK Border Force, MCS, Port Health and HMRC regulations as well as preparing port cost estimates, managing disbursement accounts and verifying supplier invoices.
The successful candidate should have a strong knowledge of UK maritime regulations and customs processes. They can demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence within the North Sea offshore environment and have excellent communication and organisational skills. Flexibility to work nights and weekends where required and a Full UK driving Licence is also required for this role. This role would suit a proactive, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational setting.
Established in 1920, the organisation has expanded internationally with facilities at a number of prominent ports. The company is part of a wider group operating in over 70 countries with 4,000 people globally
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of UK maritime regulations and customs processes
- Experience coordinating port calls, pilotage, towage, berthing and port services
- Experience managing crew changes, mobilisations/demobilisations and supply vessel rotations
- Ability to prepare port cost estimates, manage disbursement accounts and verify supplier invoices
- Knowledge of UK Border Force, MCS, Port Health and HMRC compliance requirements
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Commitment to safety and operational excellence in offshore environment
- Flexibility to work nights and weekends where required
- Full UK driving licence
What We Do
Established in 1931, Peterson Company represents multiple manufacturers within the electrical industry, providing a diverse portfolio of Utility, Telecom, and Industrial Equipment, including medium and high voltage products. Additionally, their Steel Division is one of the longest-standing grating fabricators in the United States, offering comprehensive fabrication services for both light commercial and heavy industrial projects nationwide.
