Consort Express Lines under Steamships Trading Company is in search of a proven, capable and results-driven individual with experience to play a pivotal role in providing control and administrative support to superintendents and Fleet Managers, ensuring the smooth & efficient operations of managed vessels.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Lae, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of a globally recognized organization while working in a dynamic and multicultural environment. Your role will be to assist Fleet Managers and Superintendents in monitoring vessels to ensure compliance with statutory safety, procedure and machinery requirements maintaining accurate records and including:

• Support the monitoring of planned Maintenance systems, logbooks, abstracts and periodic returns.
• Prepare and deliver detailed reports to Fleet Managers, Fleet Directors and other stakeholders on ship visits, inspections and drills.
• Maintain technical files and distribute technical bulletins to ensure the safe and efficient operation of managed vessels.
• Coordinate and monitor essential services for ship operations including port services, bunkering and surveys.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual operating cost budgets and verify price quotations for spares, supplies and services.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in administrative and technical support roles, preferably within maritime industry.

Qualifications and Key Ccompetencies

• Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Ports & Shipping and or engineering.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to supporting technical and operational teams.
• Proficient in document control, reporting and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Well-developed computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft office suit.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, accuracy and professionalism.
• Understanding of safety regulations and NMSA practices in shipping industry.

Expressing your interest

If you feel that you are the right person for the role and you meet the above minimum requirements, please submit your application through the email jobs@consort.com.pg with a subject line EOI Technical Assistant.

Submitting Your Final Application

Applications close 1700 hours (PNG time) on Friday, 7th of March 2025.

All final applications must include a submission letter that covers the suitability of your candidacy, as well as an updated copy of your CV.

Your cover letter must be addressed to:

The Employee Service Coordinator

Consort Express Lines

P.O. Box 2191

Lae, Morobe Province

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.