Port Captain

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Pacific Carriers Limited

Hyderabad Full-Time 1–2 years

Posted 2 days ago • Apply by June 11, 2026

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Port Captain to oversee the day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of maritime operations, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving efficiency and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate agency appointments, review the PDAs and FDAs.
Communicate with charterers, brokers, agents and vessels regarding voyage orders, vessel itineraries etc.
Plan/ Prepare/ Circulate loading and discharging operations and coordinate with various parties like Master, attending Port Captains, Stevedores, Agents and other related parties for efficient turnaround at the ports.
Monitor vessel movements and performances.
Review and prepare cargo stowage plans to optimize cargo liftings for bulk/ breakbulk or project cargo, including lashing/bedding plan, lashing calculation and other cargo documents.
Monitor hold cleaning plans, including supply of chemicals and supervisors.
Proper planning of bunker supplies and coordination with bunker suppliers.
Proper planning of bunker supplies and coordination with bunker suppliers.
Attend to all Break bulk, project and windmill cargoes being loaded at India ports.
Perform cost control procedures for the voyage expenses and verify bills received from agent and vendors.
Support Chartering team with port information, facilities, stevedoring and shore cranes cost at all India ports.
Guide postfix team to calculate voyage laytime, chart-hire and freight, ensure they are correctly calculated and verified against all invoices before sending to Accounts department for settlement.
Maintain good relationship with port, pilot, MSA and other parties related to shipping business.
Assist our vessels’ activities/ issues in India as required.

Key Requirements

At least 1 to 3 years of experiences in marine operations or shipping logistics.
Strong knowledge of port coordination, cargo stowage, and bunker planning.
Familiar with tween deck MPV vessels.
Familiar with PDAs, FDAs, and vessel performance monitoring.
Experienced with project and windmill cargo handling at international ports.
Skilled in cost control, invoice verification, and voyage expense tracking.
Ability to support chartering team with port data and cargo planning.
Proficient in laytime, charter hire, and freight calculations
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with port authorities and agents.

Education

Bachelors in Maritime Studies

Diploma in Maritime Studies

Certifications