Port Operator
As an Operator at Waypoint Port Services Brazil, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the operational follow-up of tramp vessels carrying bulk cargoes such as grains, fertilizers, and sugar at ports across Brazil. This role supports vessel calls throughout the country and is not limited to Santos. You will work closely with Charterers, Owners, Disponent Owners, terminals, and shippers to ensure smooth and efficient port calls from arrival to departure.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the full operational cycle of vessel port calls for bulk carriers transporting grains, fertilizers, sugar, and other bulk cargoes across Brazilian ports
Handle Notice of Readiness (NOR) tendering and all related operational documentation
Coordinate and follow up on cargo hold inspections
Prepare and manage the Proforma Disbursement Account (DA), including initial cost estimates before vessel arrival and final account adjustments upon departure
Prepare and distribute timely and accurate operational reports to Charterers, Owners, Disponent Owners, terminals, and shippers
Liaise with terminals, agents, service providers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient vessel operations
Support and coordinate vessel bunkering calls when required
Maintain clear, accurate, and organized communication using Outlook, Excel, Sedna, and other operational systems
Monitor laytime-related events and maintain accurate operational data throughout the voyage
Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual requirements, and customer expectations
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing service quality and operational efficiency
Qualifications & Experience
Proven experience as a Ship Operator, preferably handling tramp and bulk vessels
Fluency in Portuguese and English, both written and spoken
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel
Experience with Sedna is considered an advantage
Experience coordinating vessel operations involving bulk cargoes is highly desirable
Understanding of port operations, vessel turnaround processes, and maritime documentation
Skills & Competencies
Strong operational coordination and organizational skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with international clients and counterparts
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and documentation
Ability to manage multiple vessels, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously
Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced operational environment
Proactive, reliable, and results-oriented mindset
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Professional, disciplined, and service-driven approach
Nice to Have
Basic knowledge of Chartering operations
Basic knowledge of ANEC (Associação Nacional dos Exportadores de Cereais) procedures
- Department
- Operations
- Role
- Operator
- Locations
- Brazil
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Address
- Praiamar Corporate Building, R. Guaiaó, Aparecida, Santos, Sao Paulo
About Waypoint Port Services
Founded in 2014, our company set out with a clear mission: to provide seamless, high quality port agency services. What began as a bold vision has grown into a dynamic shipping agency that combines the agility of a young enterprise with the expertise of a forward-looking leadership team.
Over the past decade, we have expanded through innovation and a strong client focus. Guided by their feedback we evolved from a service provider into a trusted partner. Today, we are proud of our enduring relationships built on reliability, transparency, and mutual respect.