Vessel / Yard Claims Officer at Lekki Freeport Terminal

Vessel / Yard Claims Officer at Lekki Freeport Terminal

Lekki Freeport Terminal

Vessel / Yard Claims Officer at Lekki Freeport Terminal. Please ensure you read the job requirements before applying for this position.

Lekki Freeport Terminal, part of the CMA-CGM Group, is the only Container Terminal Operator in Nigeria’s only deep seaport, namely Lekki Port.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Vessel / Yard Claims Officer

Location: Lagos (On-site)
Reports to: Legal Manager
Indirect Report: CFO
Proposed start date: May 1, 2023

Summary

  • The successful candidate will be part of a diverse, learning, competitive, and professional organization, which offers real opportunities for personal development and in-depth insights into the operation of a brand-new container terminal, which is now in use.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct vessel survey (pre-discharge and cargo survey) with vessel crew members to ascertain if there is any damage to the vessel before sailing.
  • Conduct routine full container checks in the yard with a view to ascertaining any possible damage to the boxes in the event of claims by the consignees/agents.
  • Conduct immediate cargo damage examination at the examination bay with the consignee representative and insurance loss adjusters if the consignee so desires.
  • Attend joint inspection/examination of damaged cargoes in conjunction with the insurance loss adjusters and consignee’s accredited representative.
  • Take inventory of damaged assets within the container terminal area and LFT administrative building and prepare the necessary report.
  • Prepare refund payment on container excess storage refund to consignees.
  • Work closely with the operations and yard managers to proactively attend to any issues of damaged containers brought to the claims unit notice.
  • Take inventory of any damage to export/empty boxes by making necessary remarks on the EIR (equipment interchange report) form.
  • Work closely with planning/berthing personnel with a view to ascertaining any damage to cargoes during vessel discharge.
  • Formally prepare a comprehensive report on any damaged container (laden/export/empty) and damaged to vessel to the legal manager for onward transmission to the master concessionaire (Lekki Port/underwriters for insurance compensation purposes.

Critical Success Factors:

  • Proficient in MS Word
  • Zero discrepancies between planning and executing.
  • No delay in mail and correspondent handling.
  • High IQ in reporting and management.
  • Familiar with the legal framework in the maritime sector
  • Result Oriented, team player & strong follow-up.

The Candidate
The ideal candidate will require:

  • Requires minimum qualification -B.Sc / HND.
  • Highly experienced candidates with OND shall be considered.
  • Requires a minimum of 5 to 6 years of experience in a related role.
  • Effective interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in filing and maintenance of claims documents.
  • Must have extensive knowledge of vessel/yard claims advisory.
  • Requires a proven record of claims-related experience from port operations and or the maritime industry in general.
  • Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Skills and Abilities Required in Position:

  • Must be organized and punctual as well as work ethics professional.
  • Requires the ability to follow instructions, assess daily priorities, and plan the workday.
  • Strong reasoning abilities and sound judgment. Good reporting and registration capability.
  • Must have a working knowledge of supervisory, with the ability to influence other team members in a positive way.
  • Requires intermediate to advanced verbal and written communication skills in English, in addition to effective interpersonal skills.
  • Requires an ability to keep the work area organized, neat, and efficiently planned.
  • Requires good time management, due to a fast-moving, demanding work environment.
  • Requires supervisory skills, including planning and organizing.
  • Takes ownership of work. Meet daily challenges with a positive and open mind.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:
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