Maritime Coordinator

Birdon is passionate about “Making it Happen”. We don't shy away from a challenge; we thrive on it. A proudly Australian manufacturer and industry partner, we provide whole of life solutions to multinational defence, government, maritime, energy and resource sectors. 

As we continue to grow, so too does our team. We are looking for the right candidate to take on the role of Maritime Coordinator. This is a Full-Time role, based onsite in our Darwin office.   

Position Overview:

The Maritime Coordinator plays a key role in providing onsite logistics, administration and operational support on one of our key programs.

Key Accountabilities:

The key accountabilities for this role include:

Logistics

• Onsite engagement with Crew to understand Crew logistics and victualling requirements.
• Onsite receival of stores at Darwin Office / Warehouse. Verifying POD & sending relevant advice to Vessel Owner.
• Engagement with local suppliers in the supply and delivery of food, equipment, spares and maintenance to the Vessels.  
• Raise requisitions and orders and verification of the supplier invoices to orders.
• Stores ordering, equipment, tooling

Travel and Accommodation

• Make travel and accommodation arrangements for crew to join the vessel or return home.
• Communicate travel arrangements with crew
• Pick-up and delivery of the crew form the airport to/ from the vessel and airport and medical appointments

Subcontract and supplier engagement

• Engage with local suppliers to support provision of victualling supplies or maintenance services to the vessel

Maintenance tracking

• Update of the Maintenance database to reflect defect status and reporting

Security Clearances

• Interface with the Birdon security clearance team to support new crew members to achieve and maintain the required security clearances for the Program.
• Engage with new recruits to support them through the security clearances process, as required.

Day to Day crew engagement

• Engagement with Crew whilst at sea and when alongside to respond to crew enquiries and support their stores / supply requirements

Administration and accounting

• General administrative activities, use of email, excel and word.

Qualifications, Experience and SkillsEssential.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to make decisions

Desirable.

• Previous maritime operations experience
• Previous logistics experience 

We deliver value for our customers through our innovative people, organisational agility, and operational excellence.  As an equal opportunity employer, all positions are open to any person that may have the required characteristics and experiences. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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