Skib

ARE YOU OUR NEW SHIP AGENT IN BERGEN FOR THE SUMMER?We are looking for a shipping enthusiast to join our office in Bergen. The available position is for a period of 4 months during our busy summer season, with a possibility of extending after the season for a permanent position. The business environment is hands-on and involves a daily contact with customers, suppliers, local and national authorities, and other business partners. In addition to gaining knowledge of cruise and yacht industry, you will have the opportunity to develop a broad shipping knowledge by being part of a shipping company with many different business activities.MAIN TASKSThe operational areas of responsibility vary and are related to coordination, handling, and clearing of ship calls. We handle everything from ordering fresh water to cooperating with Authorities, such as Police and Customs. This includes being on board the ships, at the pier, and in the office. Interaction with, and service of, customers, as well as business development, are therefore important aspects of the job.WORKLOADAs our yachts and cruise ships can be in port longer than normal working hours, and every day of the week; work outside normal business hours and overtime is to be expected to some extent.The cruise season is continuously expanding, and so not only are we looking for someone to work during the summer, we also require someone who is available in the early Autumn or for a permanent position. We are flexible on the amount of workload during Autumn and can reach a mutual agreement on amount of work during this period.DESIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Problem-solving skills, including in hectic times

Ability to act independently both when dealing with operational and administrative tasks

Pro-activeness, efficiency and desire to take on responsibility

Solution-oriented and a service-minded attitude

Communication with a diverse group of people

Remain calm in hectic situations

The right to live and work in Norway

Excellent communication skills in English, written and spoken, is a prerequisite

Working experience from shipping or logistics is an advantage

WE OFFER

An exciting and challenging summer in an international environment

An energetic work environment with possibilities to meet people from all over the world

No two days alike with a large variation of tasks and responsibilities

An opportunity to experience both shipping and cruise industry

Expected start date: The soonestPlease apply in English or NorwegianFor further information please contact us at: +[xxxxx]. SDK Cruise is a part of the SDK Group, one of Scandinavia´s leading shipping and logistics companies with own offices in the Nordic countries. The activities include stevedoring, warehousing, agency, customs clearing, commercial chartering, liner service, cruise and freight forwarding. SDK Group is a part of A/S United Shipping and Trading Company Ltd., a group which besides shipping is involved in bunker trading and tanker shipping. For further information about A/S United Shipping and Trading Company please visit [xxxxx]